Locked Out? Fast, Damage-Free Car & Van Unlocking
Keys locked inside, lost, or the fob battery has died? Our mobile technicians open your vehicle safely using professional non-destructive entry tools — no damage to paintwork, seals or locks.
Emergency Car Unlocking — Fast, Safe, Damage-Free
Being locked out of your car is stressful. TuneCar’s mobile auto locksmiths respond quickly to car and van lockout calls across the UK. Our technicians use professional, non-destructive entry methods — your vehicle will be opened safely, without any damage.
When Do You Need Car Unlocking?
- Keys locked inside the vehicle
- Key fob battery flat (keyless / push-start vehicles)
- Faulty door lock cylinder
- Child or pet locked inside — call us immediately, these calls are prioritised
- Lost or stolen key — see also all keys lost replacement
What We Do
- Arrive at your location — home, street, car park, or roadside
- Verify your identity and vehicle ownership (required for security)
- Apply the non-destructive entry technique appropriate for your vehicle
- Unlock the vehicle and confirm all locks function correctly
- Advise on next steps (spare key, key deletion, lock repair if needed)
Keys Locked In vs Keys Lost
If your keys are inside the car, unlocking (from £89) is the whole job — you drive away minutes later. If your keys are lost or stolen, entry is only step one: you will also need a new key made and the old one deleted from the vehicle’s memory. In that case see our all keys lost service — entry is included in the price.
Availability
Monday–Friday 08:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–17:00. Emergency callouts may be arranged outside these hours — call +44 20 3355 5604 to discuss.
Quick Quote
Send your registration number and a photo of your key — we'll reply with an exact price.
See PricingCar & Van Unlocking Prices
Non-destructive entry, keys retrieved from inside
Included in the all-keys-lost price when we make a new key
Recommended if your keys were lost in a public place
Prices shown are starting prices and include key supply, cutting and programming where applicable. The final price depends on the vehicle make, model, year, key type and whether a working key is available. Send us your registration number and a photo of your current key for an exact quote.
How It Works
Call or WhatsApp us
Tell us your location, vehicle and situation — we give you a price and ETA straight away.
Identity check
For security we verify your ID and ownership before opening any vehicle.
Non-destructive entry
Professional tools open the vehicle without damaging paintwork, seals or locks.
Back on the road
We check the locks work correctly and advise on next steps if a key is lost.
Spare Key or All Keys Lost?
This is the single biggest factor in your price. Check which scenario applies to you — the difference in cost and workload is significant.
Spare Key
You still have at least one working key. We cut and programme the new key alongside your working one — the job is quicker and cheaper.
- • Usually 30–60 minutes on site
- • No vehicle entry or lock decoding needed
- • Transponder key from £99
All Keys Lost
No working key exists. The job may involve vehicle entry, lock decoding, cutting a blade from scratch, immobiliser work and deleting the old keys from the vehicle's memory.
- • Usually 60–120 minutes on site
- • Old keys stop working — better security
- • Transponder key from £199
Get an Exact Quote in Minutes
Send us these details on WhatsApp and we'll reply with an exact price for your vehicle — no long phone call needed:
- 1.Registration number
- 2.Make, model and year
- 3.Your postcode
- 4.Whether you still have a working key
- 5.A photo of your current key
Get a WhatsApp Quoteor call us: +44 20 3355 5604
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you unlock my car? +
Response times depend on location and technician availability, but we aim to arrive within 30–90 minutes for most UK locations. Call +44 20 3355 5604 for an ETA specific to your area.
How much does car unlocking cost? +
Car and van unlocking starts from £89, including retrieving keys locked inside the vehicle. If your keys are lost rather than locked in, unlocking is included in our all-keys-lost replacement price.
Will unlocking my car cause any damage? +
No. Our technicians use professional, non-destructive entry tools and techniques to open your vehicle safely. Your paintwork, door seals and locks will not be damaged.
What if my keys are locked inside the car? +
This is the most common lockout scenario. We can open the vehicle and retrieve your keys from inside. We'll also check the door locks work correctly before leaving.
Can you unlock any car make and model? +
We can unlock the vast majority of passenger vehicles and vans on UK roads. Some high-security systems may require the manufacturer's assistance; we'll tell you if that is the case before travelling.
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