5 Tips To Open A Frozen Car Lock or Door
For all of you early risers out there who drive to work, having to go through the tedious ritual of scraping ice off the windows every morning while it’s still dark can be a real pain. Alongside this, sometimes even trying to open the car door can be hard work too. If...
Christmas and New Year Opening Times
We'd like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all our loyal customers for your continued support through all of 2022 We'll be operating our 24hr EMERGENCY SERVICE ONLY between the 24th December 2022 to the 3rd January 2023. but please be aware that...
Lost your car keys at Bluewater? – We can help
The Bluewater parking allocation area is big - very big. With around 13,000 free car parking spaces spread over 6 car parks, that makes for a lot of happy shoppers! Love it or loathe it, shopping can be hard work and even quite stressful at times. And, whether you...
24-hour professional vehicle entry with zero damage
Getting locked out of your car can be a harrowing experience, particularly if you're away from home and it's dark outside. If this happens to you, it's difficult not to feel slightly panicked at first as you try to figure out the best course of action to take. If...
Easter Promotion – Get 10% Off For Spare Car Keys
Offer valid until Friday 22nd April 2022 All over the Easter period, Keys 4 Cars Ltd. are pleased to announce that we're giving all clients 10% off every spare car key that we cut. This means that now is the best time to grab yourself an extra key so you don't get...
Has your key snapped in the car lock or ignition barrel?
Over time, all car keys will eventually show signs of wear and tear. A key's sharp edges will begin to round off and the key may have more difficulty turning in the lock as a result. Although this isn't necessarily a problem, the key can also suffer from fatigue and...
Don’t write off old-school car security devices just yet
Younger drivers who are on the roads today may not be too familiar with how things were done back in the day. Before car alarms and central locking were even a thing, car security was still just as important as it is now and some cars were easier to steal than others....
What is a transponder key and what does it mean?
If you have a car that's quite old, say a pre-2000 model for example, the chances are it won't have any type of electronics in the key or fob whatsoever. It'll typically be just the key shaft with a solid plastic handle so that you can turn it once it's inserted in...
Need a replacement car key fast?
If you suddenly find yourself in a situation where you need a replacement car key quickly and aren't sure of the best (or cheapest) place to go, get in touch with Keys 4 Cars first. You may instinctively assume that a dealership would be the best place to go and get a...
Damage-free van entry in Rochester – Another satisfied customer
There are several reasons you may be locked out of your vehicle. The key may have gotten worn and no longer work, or it's been snapped or perhaps lost. You may have even locked it inside accidentally. In particular, during the colder months, it's not uncommon to have...
Renault Scenic remote key fob/card replaced
If your Renault key looks similar to the one on the left in the above image, it's probably a good idea to get a spare sorted out sooner rather than later. Even if still works, you'll never be sure if or when it's going to fail. If it gives up the ghost just before...
Will your phone eventually replace your car key?
This article posted on Forbes recently looks at Apple's brainchild for a keyless entry system for your car. Although not available for older models, Apple's new Digital Car Key uses the iPhone as a virtual key to unlock your car when you touch it on the vehicle. If...