Almost all cars manufactured since 1995 have transponder key attached to their key as an additional security. Transponder chips communicate to the car's system making sure that only the right key would make the car work.
Having two or more transponder chip key ready at hand is a good practice as a transponder chip key replacement is very expensive. A local car dealership may prohibit car the car owner to get a new key from locksmith and may say that you can get the key only through them, which is not true at all. Replacement transponder keys from locksmiths are usually cheaper than car dealership. A professional locksmith or locksmith company have the right equipment and tools to cut and reprogram a transponder key. Moreover, auto locksmiths are always ready to provide and program transponder chip key whenever you need one. Replacing your transponder key for your car is not as simple as getting a new key cut to match your car's ignition. Transponder replacement will require you to purchase the special chip to be added to your key and program it so your car would recognize it. That is why when you need assistance, do not hesitate to call a professional locksmith service company. We can either meet you wherever you are located and we will create your transponder key on the spot, or you can drop by our shop and have your car key replaced or copied. Call us now, our accommodating customer service staff are happy to answer your call and queries.