Cold weather + car keys = problems

As winter sets in across Devon and Cornwall, it’s easy to focus on tyres, heaters, and wipers – but your car keys deserve attention too. Cold, damp weather can cause key fobs to fail when you least expect it.
Having a spare car key ready could save you from being stranded or paying out for an expensive emergency job.

Cold weather can damage car keys

Low temperatures and moisture can affect internal electronics, drain batteries faster, and even cause keys to lose communication with the vehicle.
If you’ve only got one working key, you’re taking a big risk this winter.

Avoid costly downtime this winter

Modern cars — especially Jaguar, Land Rover, Vauxhall, Ford, and Volkswagen — require advanced tools to create or program new keys.
Losing your only key can mean extra time, higher costs, and unnecessary stress.

Having a spare key programmed now is quick, affordable, and saves you from winter headaches later.

Your trusted local locksmith

Car Key Dan provides a fully mobile auto locksmith service covering all of Devon & Cornwall, including Plymouth, Exeter, Torbay, Truro, and surrounding areas.

We use the same high-end diagnostic and cutting equipment as main dealers — without the dealer prices.
Whether you need a remote, proximity, or smart key, we’ve got you covered

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