Until now, when delivering a new car, Toyota has given customers two "smart keys" that combine an electronic key and a key that can be inserted into the keyhole. Decided to reduce to 1.
According to Toyota, due to the continuing shortage of semiconductors, for the time being, the number of "smart keys" handed out at the time of delivery will be reduced from two to one.
Instead, I will give you a key that you can use by inserting it into a keyhole that does not have an electronic key, so you can open and close the door, but you cannot start the engine.
The target is a total of 14 models such as the Crown, Prius, Harrier and Alphard, and the second smart key will be given to the purchaser when the semiconductor shortage is resolved and preparations are complete.
In addition, the luxury car brand "Lexus" will also take similar measures.
Toyota said that it was a temporary measure to deliver cars as soon as possible despite the continued shortage of semiconductors, and commented, "I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused to customers."