Losing your car keys, or having them lock inside the car, is more common than you’d think — and it doesn’t always mean calling a locksmith. Here’s what your options actually are.
Keyless entry failures
Modern keyless fobs can fail due to a flat internal battery, interference, or a fault in the car’s receiver. If your keyless car won’t unlock or start, it’s often a quick fix rather than a full lockout.
Keys locked inside
If your keys are locked inside the car, non-destructive entry methods can often get you back in without damaging the vehicle — far better than breaking a window.
When towing is the better option
If entry isn’t possible on-site, or the fault is electrical rather than mechanical, towing the vehicle to a garage or your home is sometimes the safer, more cost-effective route.
Recovery Car handles keyless and lockout situations across South East London, 24/7.