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4. Keyless Entry: Mercedes-Benz S-Class

In 1998, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class introduced a revolutionary feature: keyless entry. This luxury innovation let drivers unlock and start their cars without ever touching a key—an idea that seemed almost magical at the time. Today, keyless systems are everywhere, but it was Mercedes that first showed the world what was possible. Explore the history at Car and Driver.