You Lost What?

Raise your hand if you’ve ever lost something. Whether it’s your wallet, your keys or your sunglasses, you’ve misplaced or left something at some point in your life. But........ what do you do if you lose the key fob to your car? And how do you replace your key fob while spending as little as possible? For many of us, access to our cars is as necessary to daily life as our smartphones. A simple Google search should give you a lot of guidance on how much your key fob replacement should cost based on the specific make and model. Amazon eBay Independent shops Car dealerships for that brand Program it yourself online (Tesla, for example) Locksmith Battery stores (Batteries Plus, for example) are a few place to start looking. It’s also possible that your roadside assistance company like AAA can help you, especially if your car only requires a key instead of a technologically advanced fob. Your car insurance company may be able to replace the key or key fob as well, although you probably don’t want to file that type of small claim during a period in which insurance premiums are skyrocketing. How Much Will It Cost To Replace My Key Fob? It’s difficult to pinpoint a good price on a replacement car key or key fob because there are so many variables. J.D. Power estimates $50 to $500 depending on the type of key, make and model of your vehicle, location, time of day and more. Some key fobs are required to start your vehicle or work as part of anti-theft design rather than just being used to lock and unlock your car. Even basic remotes may require special programming with computer software. Replacement costs ranged from as little as $150 for a 2017 Honda Accord to $2,000 for a crystal fob included with some Aston Martin models. Battery replacement for key fobs typically costs $10 or less. Losing your keys can be an absolutely terrifying experience. It causes so much trouble in our lives that, in some cases, it is enough to send some of us into a complete panic. There are simply few things more frustrating than not being able to use your vehicle, especially when there’s somewhere you really need to be. Thankfully, this once-harrowing ordeal doesn’t have to be the end of the world for you