A.R.E. Enhances Tonneau Covers With Solar-Powered Keyless Entry

A.R.E. has announced the availability of solar-powered keyless entry to its line of fibreglass tonneau covers.

The SolARay solar-powered keyless entry system allows drivers to remotely lock and unlock A.R.E.’s LSX and LSII tonneau covers using solar energy, giving users quick access to their truck beds. SolARay works by mounting an aerodynamic solar panel measuring less than one-tenth of an inch above the tonneau cover’s lock and attaching a sleek battery pack to the inside centre of the cover.

“We are happy to offer SolARay as a convenient option for truck owners, who will no longer need to tap into their truck’s power source or change batteries in order to have the functionality of remote keyless entry,” said Bryan Baker, director of marketing, A.R.E. “The solar panel is weatherproof, UV stable and holds up to 60 locks/unlock uses, so it will stay powered even when you’re working in your garage late at night. Plus, the product is self-contained with no wires to deal with in the truck bed.”

In addition to the keyless entry function, the product also features six lift-activated LED lights that automatically turn on when the tonneau cover is opened. The LED lights are located on the front of the battery pack.

Baker said that the LED lights feature a timer that automatically turns off after five minutes, and a light sensor to determine the light conditions, both of which help keep the battery pack fully powered.

A.R.E. has developed its SolARay in conjunction with Superb Industries.

For more information, contact A.R.E. at www.4are.com.