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5 Tips To Open A Frozen Car Lock or Door

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...

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Christmas and New Year Opening Times

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...

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Lost your car keys at Bluewater? – We can help

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...

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24-hour professional vehicle entry with zero damage

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...

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Easter Promotion – Get 10% Off For Spare Car Keys

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...

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What is a transponder key and what does it mean?

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...

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Need a replacement car key fast?

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...

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Renault Scenic remote key fob/card replaced

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...

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