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Why car keys cost so much to replace
Original: Why are car keys so expensive to replace?
A new report examines why replacing a lost or broken car key can cost car owners hundreds of dollars. Modern keys contain electronic transponders and remote fobs tied to vehicle security systems, and dealerships and locksmiths charge steep prices for programming and cutting. Readers are sharing their own experiences with replacement bills and debating whether automakers deliberately make keys expensive to replace.
Why now: Many drivers have been surprised by high replacement costs, making the pricing of modern electronic car keys a relatable topic of discussion
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Evidence
- Why are car keys so expensive to replace? · rmason · 35
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