Automotive Locksmithing

  • Locksmithing Etc.

    SDC DELAYED EGRESS EXIT DEVICE Security Door Controls (SDC) has introduced the S6000D Series delayed egress exit devices, designed to delay exiting for the programmed time of 15 or 30 seconds. During the delay time, an 85db tone and voice message...

    Article • September 1st, 2009

  • Test Driving The AD-900 Pro

    The AD-900 Pro successfully cloned clonable transponder-equipped keys and electronic keys from Bianchi, Ilco, JMA, Jet and STRATTEC.

    Article • August 1st, 2009

  • There's A Ford In Your Future

    Mini-vans are perfect for most of the jobs locksmiths do. The products we sell are small, we use mostly hand tools, and a small bench to sit and work at is all we need.

    Article • August 1st, 2009

  • New Product Spotlight

    A & B Fire Safes A & B Safe Corporation is adding a new line of insulated fire safes to its product offering. These One & Two Hour fires safes are available in nine single-door models and three double-door models. They accept all current...

    Article • August 1st, 2009

  • Video Education in the 21st Century

    Close-up of a GM six-cut lock demonstrating decoding principles.

    Article • August 1st, 2009

  • Ilco® Electronic Cloneable Key System

    The Ilco® Electronic Cloneable Key System features a two-part design that is proportionally sized to original keys. Two heads (TI and Philips) and 21 blades will accommodate a wide variety of transponder-equipped vehicle applications with a minimum...

    Product • July 28th, 2009

  • MMX Key Machine

    New and ready to ship, the ITL MMX computerized key machine is the lightest and most compact on the market today. As with all ITL key machines, it cuts original keys by code and houses 600+ manufacturer depth and space sets. Features include...

    Product • July 28th, 2009

  • AD-900 Pro

    The Advanced Diagnostics AD-900 Pro is a transponder duplicating/copying (cloning) machine manufactured by a company that does not manufacture or sell transponder-equipped key blanks in North America. The AD 900 Pro has the ability to clone Silca/Ilco...

    Product • July 24th, 2009

  • GM Adds Sidewinder Locks For 2010

    The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Equinox and Buick LaCrosse vehicles initially will be equipped with these sidewinder locks, with more models to be added.

    Article • July 2nd, 2009

  • An Overview of Keyless Remotes

    I’ve been an automotive locksmith for over 35 years, and keyless remotes have been around for about half of that time. Through the years, I have learned that only two rules apply when it comes to working with keyless remotes: There are no...

    Article • July 2nd, 2009

  • What’s In Your Toolbox?

    Invest in high quality tools and equipment, making sure to keep them all in good working order.

    Article • June 2nd, 2009

  • New Strattec Codeable Padlock

    Strattec’s new high security codeable padlock is available in four different keyways for compatibility with 11 million GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles.

    Article • June 2nd, 2009

  • JMA Unique Transponder Key Blanks

    This transponder key design enables JMA to sell key blanks with or without a transponder chip. JMA sells transponder chips separately.

    Article • May 1st, 2009

  • Strattec Update

    STRATTEC is now supplying locks and related components for almost 90 percent of General Motors vehicles.

    Article • May 1st, 2009

  • Remote Key Heads

    Just about every vehicle manufacturer has remote head keys on at least some of their vehicles. A remote head key has the remote functions; lock/unlock, etc., plus the mechanical key blade contained in one package. The mechanical key blade of a remote...

    Article • May 1st, 2009