Are remote start systems safe?
Yes. Our remote start systems are designed to run for a fixed amount of time (usually 18 or 20 minutes). The vehicle will automatically shut off at the end of the designated run time unless the key is inserted into the ignition of the vehicle. For security reasons, once a vehicle is remote started, it cannot be driven until the key is placed in the ignition. How does a remote start work? With a remote start system, signals are sent to your vehicle via remote transmitter. As long as you are within range of the vehicle, the vehicle will receive the signal from the remote and perform the requested task. You can visually confirm that your vehicle has started as long as you can see your vehicle. Once the car is remote started, the parking lights will be illuminated. This type of system is defined as a 1-Way System because the signal is sent in only one direction: to the vehicle. More sophisticated remote start systems will send a signal to your vehicle and then the vehicle will send a confi