Posts tagged with "Transponder Keys"

Locked Out of Your Car? What NOT to Do

No one plans to lock themselves out of their vehicle, but it you do — you’re not alone. An estimated four million people get locked out of their cars every year. Even with transponder and smart keys becoming more common, you could still lock your keys inside the car, misplace them, or have to deal with smart key systems failing. If you run into any of these issues this year, Keyway Lock Service has some tips on what NOT to do so you can get back in your vehicle quickly and safely.
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Why Local Body Shops Should Choose Keyway Lock Service

If you are in the DMV area you know that Keyway Lock Service has decades of experience and a reputation for reliable service when it comes to residential, automotive and commercial locks. If you own a body shop in the DMV area, hopefully you know that Keyway is the best option for service and affordability when you need an automotive locksmith.
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Transponder Keys: Everything You Need to Know

Transponder keys, or chip keys, are car keys that are equipped with RFID (radio frequency identification) chips. These chips are placed inside car keys' plastic heads and render hot-wiring ineffective.

In 1985, General Motors introduced the first chip keys in order to combat car theft. Today, almost every new car is sold with transponder keys.

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