Is it safe to let repair shops to have the car key?

carbuyer · 2005-07-16T17:30:53+00:00

I see how easy it is to go to the local locksmith and make aduplicate of my house keys. When we have our car checked orrepaired at repair shops or autobody shops and they asks forthe key to the car, is it safe to hand them the key? Canthey make duplicates?