World’s biggest carmaker abandons 'smart' keys

Toyota customers will now receive a mechanical key instead of a “smart” one due to a chip shortage, Reuters reports Read Full Article at RT.com

World’s biggest carmaker abandons 'smart' keys

Toyota forced to go back to basics, due to semiconductor shortage

Toyota customers in Japan will receive a mechanical key instead of a “smart” version when they purchase new vehicles, Reuters reported on Thursday.

One of the two electronic devices will be replaced with a basic alternative the agency explained, quoting the carmaker’s statement.

“As the shortage of semiconductors continues, this is a provisional measure aimed at delivering cars to customers as quickly as possible,” Toyota said. A second smart key will be handed over “as soon as it is ready,” the statement adds.

The global chip shortage that started during the Covid-19 pandemic has caused severe supply issues and delays with the automotive and other industries.

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