The Cost of Car Key Replacements for Company Vehicles

The Better Alternative to Dealerships

Searching through Google often provides a good idea of what people are thinking about and the questions or concerns they have on a specific topic. When searching for “car key replacements,” one topic stands out: Why is replacing a car key so expensive? 

Now, imagine a fleet of company vehicles. Those numbers can add up fast. 

But do you know what’s even worse than making a spare key for every car? Not having one when an employee loses their only key. Suddenly, that spare key is worth its weight in gold as your team member finds themselves in a parking lot or by the side of the road, unable to make it on time to their next appointment with a sought-after, potential client. 

Here, we’ll explore why making keys today is far more expensive than it used to be and how to cut the costs in Fort Collins, CO.

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The Keys of Yesterday and Tomorrow

Do you remember when you went down to the local hardware store or locksmith, handed over a key, paid $3, and had a spare? While technology was supposed to make our lives easier, it’s not so much about ease as it is about convenience these days. In the realm of car keys, walking to your car and having it unlock itself or finding it amidst a sea of cars with the press of a button is extremely convenient. 

Today’s proximity key fob makes it easy to unlock your car but there’s a consequence—replacing key fobs is a more expensive and time-consuming process than the manual keys of old. 

The Cost of Car Key Replacements

When you walk into a dealership to get a spare fob, look around. You’ll see numerous employees, a high-profile showroom, and several offices where people are busy making deals. Dealerships generate revenue through multiple streams of income, including car sales, financing, servicing, and support. 

When you get a key made at a dealership, you’re buying their reputation and helping pay for all those high overhead costs. Proximity key fobs can cost up to $600 and more, depending on the brand and dealership. You also have to factor in the dealership’s towing fees. 

Fortunately, we offer a better deal at LockSafe Systems. As a local locksmith serving the Fort Collins area for nearly 60 years, our reputation and longevity depend on providing you with exceptional service at the best price. Is your employee locked out of their vehicle with no spare key in sight? We’re there, no matter the time or day, making them a key on the spot. Have you decided it’s time to create multiple fobs for each company vehicle? We can come to your place of business and make the keys there, saving you the trouble and expense of coming to ours. We charge less than dealerships, and we focus on getting you back on the road as soon as possible. 

To learn more about car key replacements or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact LockSafe Systems today.