Jul 23, 2012

Everyone does it at some point in their life. They lock their keys in the car. There are many reasons why it happens, whether it’s because you were juggling the groceries or distracted by a phone call, but the question remains; are you prepared in case it happens? Here are some tips from Charlotte Toyota for what to do when you lock yourself out of the car:

Safety first

The friendly dealers at Charlotte North Carolina Toyota want you to consider your safety first. Nothing is more important than your personal safety and the safety of the people in your car. If you feel you’re unsafe for any reason, then call your local police department’s non-emergency number and ask for assistance.

Roadside help

If you have roadside assistance then your day is saved, however not everyone chooses to pay extra for a service they can’t foresee needing.

Keep the number of a locksmith handy

You may have to admit defeat and call a locksmith. Most offer reasonable rates during business hours, but charge more for calls after hours. The benefit of using this service if you lock yourself out is that you will at least have an additional copy of the key that you can stash away for a future emergency.

Keeping a spare key with a loved one, or a friend who lives in the area, or in a hide-a-key attached to your car could be all the preparation you need. Remember a little preparation to day saves a headache tomorrow.

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