What Does Remote Car Start Mean?

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Remote car start refers to the function of starting a vehicle's engine remotely without the need for someone to enter the car, by sending a signal through a key fob or a smartphone. The remote range of the key fob is typically over 50 meters, while smartphone control operates via a network, meaning distance is virtually unlimited. Remote start is very common abroad, especially in winter, allowing users to preheat the engine or turn on the air conditioning in advance, ensuring a comfortable temperature upon entering the vehicle. The remote start of the engine is no different from manual ignition, as both methods use the electric motor to start the engine. Therefore, there's no need to worry about mechanical wear on the heater or potential malfunctions. To prevent the engine from running indefinitely, it usually operates for about ten minutes before automatically shutting down if no further commands are received.