Happy Customers: Why Garages And Vehicle Dealerships Should Sell Spare Car Keys
In the garage services sector, customer satisfaction is the key to business success and profitability. While the focus often revolves around providing efficient repairs and maintenance, spare car keys are often overlooked as a valuable source of income and a vital service for increasing footfall to the forecourt.
VIEWElectric Car Keys Replacements: Why You Need To Start Stocking Them
The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) market is rapidly growing, accounting for approximately 17 per cent of all cars sold in the UK in 2022, a figure which is forecast to rise to 80 per cent by the end of the decade as the ban on the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles draws nearer. While…
VIEWTDB1000: The Benefits Of A Business Owning A Car Key Programming Tool
In a competitive business landscape, doing things differently can help garages and vehicle dealerships to stand out from the crowd. While many offer broadly the same services for motorists, from essential repairs to annual servicing and MOT tests, car key programming is often left to specialist auto locksmiths, in part because the equipment is perceived…
VIEWHow EV Cars Will Change Car Key Programming In The Future
The advent of electric vehicles (EVs) in recent years has been welcomed by campaigners for their reduced carbon footprint and potential to minimise transport’s negative impact on the environment. However, it is less well-known that EV technology, combined with more efficient and accurate connectivity, is also reshaping the landscape of car key programming.
VIEWThe World’s Most Expensive Car Keys: Revealed
Discover the worlds most expensive car keys in this article.
VIEWTroubleshooting Vehicle Immobiliser Issues: A Guide To Using the TDB003 Proximity System Tester
When a vehicle refuses to start, especially if the cause is an immobiliser-related issue, it can be a frustrating situation for both the motorist and the technician who is entrusted to solve the problem. Immobiliser systems are intricate and often integrated with a vehicle’s electronics, using a combination of technologies such as radio frequency identification…
VIEWAndroid Users Now Have Access To BMW’s Digital Key Plus
In a significant development for BMW drivers and users of Android smartphones, BMW has expanded the compatibility of its revolutionary Digital Key Plus feature. Previously limited to iPhone and Apple Watch integration, BMW’s Digital Key Plus is now accessible to all customers via their Android devices, a game-changing technology that replaces the traditional vehicle key…
VIEWHow Covid Transformed Car Key Delivery With Auto Manufacturer Geely
The Covid-19 pandemic caused unprecedented change across many industries worldwide, with the automotive sector being no exception. For many businesses, managing the health and wellbeing of customers and staff proved to be a challenge, particularly when trying to ensure that sales volumes were not adversely impacted.
VIEWHow To Make A Keyless Car Theft-Proof
Keyless entry systems are an increasingly common feature of modern vehicles, offering car owners enhanced levels of convenience and reducing the likelihood and cost of being locked out. However, according to a leading automotive magazine and website, it can be 90 per cent faster for a thief to steal a keyless car than a model…
VIEWThe Evolution Of The Car Key
Car keys have changed considerably over the years, from primitive metal blades that can be easily recut, to complex transponder keys that can only be reproduced with a specialist car key programmer. In this article, we’ll explore the fascinating history of car keys, from the earliest variants to the modern day.
VIEWWhy Repairing And Replacing Transponder Keys Is Vital For Your Garage
Like many sectors of industry, vehicle servicing and maintenance are highly competitive, with a vast number of franchised dealerships and independent garages from which to choose.
VIEWWhy A Reputable Wholesaler Is An Auto Locksmith’s Best Friend
A positive brand reputation secures customer loyalty and, through reviews and recommendations, attracts new customers to your business. However, it’s not just the quality of your service that counts as access to reliable auto locksmith supplies and equipment is also essential to provide exceptional service to customers.
VIEWThe Pros And Cons Of Remote Diagnostic Tools
Due to advances in communications technology, remote diagnostic tools have revolutionised the way that technical issues are diagnosed, addressed, and resolved.
VIEWIs Cybersecurity The Next Big Challenge For The Auto Industry?
Cybersecurity should be an area of prime concern for all businesses as the world becomes increasingly interconnected, and the automotive industry is no exception.
VIEWThe ‘ASSET’ Your Business Needs: The TDB1000 Key Programmer
The TDB1000, an advanced security systems electronic tester, is widely recognized as a crucial tool for auto locksmiths. Often referred to as an asset.
VIEWGone In 60 Seconds: Why Keyless Car Theft Is On The Rise
Keyless cars are vehicles equipped with remote locking and staring systems. Statistics reveal worrying trends regarding the theft of keyless cars.
VIEWAre Smartphones and Apps The Future Car Keys?
With rapid advances in technology, smartphones and apps are now being integrated into the automotive industry. This has sparked the development of the virtual car key.
VIEWAll About The Ban On Diesel And Petrol Car Sales In 2030
The government has committed to drastically reducing the UK’s carbon footprint by banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030. But what does this mean for the automotive services industry.
VIEWWhy Quality Wholesale Products Are A Necessity For Auto Locksmiths
This article looks at why wholesale locksmith supplies are needed as they provide value for money, meet a specific need and offer security and safety.
VIEWWhat To Do During The Surge In Rogue Car Locksmiths
This article explains how car key locksmiths can maintain their reputation by ensuring credentials are visible and being able to prove verification.
VIEWThe Best Advice To Give Your Customers On Keeping Their Vehicles Safe
This article looks at how to stop keyless car theft by using a steering wheel lock, keeing your keys secure and parking in a secure location.
VIEWDifferent Types of Keys Your Local Auto Locksmith Can Help With
It wasn’t until 1910 that the first car key was invented at a time when car ownership was low, vehicles had no doors, and the speed limit in urban areas was less than the walking pace of the average pedestrian. In 1910, car keys were introduced for the first time to lock a vehicle’s electronics,…
VIEWIs Keyless Access The Future Of The Automotive Industry?
Advances in remote technology have stimulated a revolution in the automotive sector in recent years, with keyless access being just one of many developments. While vehicle security has been one of the main reasons why car manufacturers have moved away from traditional metal blade keys, changing consumer expectations, convenience, and the need for enhanced access…
VIEWIs There An Uncertain Future For Independent Garages From May 2023? How To Safeguard Your Business
Independent garages should be aware of some important automotive aftermarket news in the UK that could affect their provision of some services, such as key fob programming. In May 2023, the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulations (MVBER) will expire, ending the guarantee of automatic exemptions relating to the sale, purchase, and resale of spare vehicle…
VIEWAn Auto Locksmith’s Beginner Guide To Car Key Programming Equipment
Half a century ago, obtaining a replacement car key was relatively simple. Flat metal blade keys could be easily cut using the spare as a template, a service that could be obtained on the high street for a minimal price.
VIEWIs Vehicle Security Compromised In The Battle Between Traditional And Digital Keys?
According to recent statistics, more than 58,000 vehicles were stolen in the UK in 2022, a rise of nearly one-fifth on the previous year and equivalent to 159 thefts every day.
VIEWMotor Ombudsman Announces Rising Costs To Be The Biggest Operational Cost For Garages In 2023
Rising prices are hardly breaking news, so it’s unsurprising that research carried out by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed a significant cost impact on businesses in the auto sector. The research showed that:
VIEWWhy Is Toyota Bringing Back Mechanical Keys?
The automotive industry has seen plenty of changes in the past few years, and one of the most significant is the rise of electronic car keys. Electronic car keys offer convenience and enhanced security features compared to traditional mechanical keys. Now, however, it seems that Toyota is taking a step back and reintroducing mechanical keys for some…
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VIEWTDB1000: A Simple And Cost-Effective Key Programming System
The TDB1000 Advanced Security Systems Electronic Tester (ASSET) is an easy-to-use and cost-effective car key programming tool, so is an ideal entry-level choice for garages and auto locksmiths wishing to add car key programming to their portfolio of services. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the TDB1000 brings together a range of complex key programming systems within a…
VIEW4 Ways An Automotive Locksmith Can Gain More Customers
An automotive locksmith can use various offline and online marketing channels to reach new customers. In this article, we’ll explore four straightforward and cost-effective channels you can use to drive more customers to your business, whether you’re an established garage or an independent start-up. 1. Social Media B2C automotive locksmiths can use social media platforms, such as…
VIEWWhat Is The Future For Car Keys In 2023?
Before we start, we’d like to wish a very happy and prosperous 2023 to all our readers! It’s that time of year again when business blogs are full of predictions and trends to look out for over the coming 12 months – and we’re not going to disappoint if that’s what you’re looking for. But…
VIEWWhy Is Toyota Bringing Back Mechanical Keys?
The automotive industry has seen plenty of changes in the past few years, and one of the most significant is the rise of electronic car keys. Electronic car keys offer convenience and enhanced security features compared to traditional mechanical keys. Now, however, it seems that Toyota is taking a step back and reintroducing mechanical keys for some…
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