The troublesome car key mistake that can leave drivers stranded at the roadside

The troublesome car key mistake that can leave drivers stranded at the roadside

A professional locksmith has urged all drivers to avoid using their car key in a certain way in order to prevent paying hundreds of pounds for a replacement.

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The troublesome car key mistake that can leave drivers stranded at the roadside

The troublesome car key mistake that can leave drivers stranded at the roadside