Keys On The Road

When Your Car Key Is on Its Last Leg: Can It Still Be Copied?

Car keys take a lot of abuse. They get shoved into pockets, dropped on pavement, and twisted with force in locks and ignition switches. Over time, the metal key blade can bend, the plastic shell can crack, or the internal transponder can start to fail. If you notice your key is getting harder to use, you might wonder whether it can be copied before it breaks completely. The short answer is: often yes, but not always. It depends on the type of key and the nature of the damage