Automotive Locksmith Services

Kingston's Mobile Car Key Specialists

Nothing ruins a trip to the waterfront like looking through your car window and seeing your keys sitting on the passenger seat. Or worse — realizing your only set of car keys has disappeared somewhere between the Cataraqui Centre food court and the parking lot. Modern vehicles have made this problem even more expensive, with dealer key replacements routinely costing $300 to $500 and requiring a tow to the dealership.

That's where we come in. Our mobile automotive locksmith units are equipped with the latest key cutting machines and transponder programming tools, allowing us to create new keys, program fobs, and unlock vehicles right in your driveway, parking lot, or wherever you're stranded. No tow truck required. No waiting days for the dealer to order a key. We come to you and solve it on the spot.

Our Automotive Services

Emergency Vehicle Unlocking

Locked your keys in the car? We use specialized tools designed for modern vehicles that allow us to unlock your door without scratching paint, bending frames, or triggering airbag sensors. Our techniques are damage-free and work on virtually every make and model on Canadian roads today, from Honda Civics to Ford F-150s to Tesla Model 3s.

Transponder Key Programming

Most vehicles manufactured after 2000 use transponder chip technology — the key contains a microchip that communicates with your car's immobilizer system. Without the correct chip signal, the engine won't start even if the key blade is cut perfectly. Our programming equipment handles transponder keys for the vast majority of vehicles on the road, including:

• Ford / Lincoln: PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) keys
• GM / Chevrolet / GMC: PK3, PK3+, and newer encrypted keys
• Toyota / Lexus: G and H chip transponder keys
• Honda / Acura: Standard and high-security transponder keys
• Chrysler / Dodge / Jeep: Fobik keys and proximity fobs
• Nissan / Infiniti: Intelligent keys and standard transponders
• Hyundai / Kia: Flip keys and smart keys

Key Fob Replacement & Programming

Lost your key fob? Need an extra remote? We supply and program replacement fobs for most popular makes. This includes standard remote fobs, proximity (push-to-start) smart keys, and flip-style keys with integrated remotes. Pricing is typically 40-60% less than dealer quotes because we source aftermarket and OEM-compatible fobs directly.

Ignition Repair & Replacement

If your key turns but the ignition won't engage, or your key is stuck and won't come out, the issue is likely a worn ignition cylinder. We repair and replace ignition cylinders on-site, re-keying to match your existing key whenever possible so you don't need a whole new set.

Why Choose Us Over the Dealer?

	Us	Dealer
Location	We come to you	You tow to them
Wait time	20-30 min	Days to weeks
Transponder key	$150-$300	$300-$500+
Basic key	$75-$150	$150-$250
Hours	24/7	Business hours only

Common Scenarios We Handle Daily

• Keys locked in car at the Cataraqui Centre — We're there in 20 minutes.
• Lost all keys at Queen's campus — We cut and program a new key on-site.
• Broken key stuck in ignition — We extract the broken piece and repair the cylinder.
• Dead fob battery with push-to-start — We replace the battery or program a new fob.
• Spare key needed before winter — Smart move. We cut and program duplicates.