Why do some cars only have a physical lock on the driver side?

Physical locks are less often used. In most cases, you don't need to squeeze into the driver's seat from the passenger's side (due to something blocking the driver's door). The chance of your key's battery running out the same day the driver's door is blocked is pretty low.

1. Why does only my driver door unlock?
2. What is a passive lock on a car?
3. What cars automatically lock when you walk away?
4. Does a keyless car lock when you walk away?

Why does only my driver door unlock?

For safety/security reasons, the single button push opens only the drivers door. This is to avoid the chance that someone hiding on the opposite side of the car could hop in simultaneous with you. The 2nd push of the same button is to unlock the other doors, and the external trunk/hatch lock as well.

What is a passive lock on a car?

Passive keyless entry (PKE) is an automotive security system that operates automatically when the user is in proximity to the vehicle, unlocking the door on approach or when the door handle is pulled and locking it when the user walks away or touches the car on exit.

What cars automatically lock when you walk away?

Did you often leave your vehicle's door unlocked? Well, if you own a new Honda vehicle, you get a fantastic feature called Walk Away Auto Lock®. As its name implies, it automatically locks the doors of your Honda when you walk away from your vehicle with the key fob.

Does a keyless car lock when you walk away?

When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter, the doors can automatically lock if the following conditions are met: • The remote transmitter is within a range of 8 feet (2.5 m). All doors and the hood are closed.