Car Keys Made. Fobs Programmed. Lockouts Opened.
ATD Automotive is a mobile automotive locksmith based in Genoa City, WI — serving Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. Dealership-level key cutting, programming, and module work at your driveway, roadside, or dealership lot. Usually for a lot less than the dealer.
Tell us your year, make & model — get a straight quote over the phone.
What we do
Automotive Locksmith Services
Car Key Replacement
From $165
Lost or broken keys — including all keys lost — cut and programmed on-site.
Key Fob & Remote Programming
From $195
Fobs, remotes, and smart/proximity keys programmed at your location.
Car Lockout Service
From $95
Locked out? Fast, damage-free entry for cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Transponder & Chip Keys
From $245
Transponder keys cut and programmed for far less than the dealer.
Ignition Repair & Replacement
From $65/cyl
Key won't turn or ignition is stuck? Fixed without a tow.
ECU & Module Programming
From $250
ECU flashing, immobilizer, and module programming — dealership-level tools, mobile.
Spare Keys & Duplication
From $10/copy
Copies made while you wait — cheap insurance against a bad day.
For Car Dealerships
Volume pricing
On-lot key origination, fob and module programming for dealers — fast turnaround, wholesale rates.
Straight answers
What Does a Car Key Cost?
Short answer: at ATD Automotive, standard keys start at $165, transponder (chip) keys at $245, remotes and smart keys at $195, and lockouts at $95. Extra copies from $10. Exact price depends on year, make, and model — call with your vehicle info for a firm quote.
| Service | ATD starting price | Typical dealership |
|---|---|---|
| Car lockout | from $95 | N/A — tow required ($100–$200 tow) |
| Standard key, cut & ready | from $165 | $200–$350 |
| Transponder / chip key | from $245 | $300–$500 |
| Remote / smart key | from $195 | $300–$600+ |
| Extra standard key copy | from $10 | $50–$100 |
| ECU / module programming | from $250 | $400–$800 |
Where we work
Serving Both Sides of the Wisconsin–Illinois Line
Genoa City sits right on the state line, which means no long dispatch delays and no out-of-town call centers — just a local locksmith who's usually closer to you than the dealership is.
Genoa City, WI
Our home base on the Wisconsin–Illinois line.
Lake Geneva, WI
Resort-area service — lost keys at the lake are our specialty.
Walworth County, WI
Elkhorn, Delavan, Whitewater, Williams Bay, East Troy & more.
Kenosha County, WI
Kenosha, Twin Lakes, Salem Lakes, Bristol & Pleasant Prairie.
Racine & Burlington, WI
Racine County from the lakefront to Burlington.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee and the southern suburbs.
McHenry County, IL
McHenry, Woodstock, Harvard, Richmond, Spring Grove & Johnsburg.
Crystal Lake, IL
Crystal Lake, Cary, Lake in the Hills & Algonquin.
Lake County, IL
Antioch, Fox Lake, Grayslake, Gurnee, Waukegan & Libertyville.
NW Chicago Suburbs, IL
Barrington, Palatine, Arlington Heights & the northwest corridor.
Why drivers call us first
Local, Honest, and Equipped Like the Dealer
Real local business
Family-owned in Genoa City since 2012, run by Patrick and Dan. Not a call center, not a lead-reseller — the person who answers is the person who shows up.
Dealer-level equipment, mobile
We cut and program keys — including smart keys and modules — on-site with professional diagnostic equipment. Your car never needs a tow.
Straight pricing
Starting prices published right on this site. Call with your year, make, and model and you'll get a real quote, not a bait-and-switch.
Trusted track record
BBB A+ rating, 5.0 stars on Yelp, and 100% recommended on Facebook. Ask your neighbors in Walworth County — they've probably used us.
Keys by make
We Cover Your Vehicle
Key type, programming method, and price vary by manufacturer. Pick your make for specifics:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a replacement car key cost?
At ATD Automotive, standard car keys start at $165 and transponder (chip) keys start at $245, depending on your vehicle's make, model, and year. Additional copies are far cheaper — from $10 for standard keys. That's typically 30–50% less than dealership pricing, and we come to you.
Can you make a car key if I lost all my keys?
Yes. All-keys-lost is our specialty. We cut a new key from your vehicle's code and program it on-site with dealership-level equipment — no towing to a dealer, no waiting days for a key by mail. Have your year, make, model, and proof of ownership ready when you call.
What areas do you serve?
We're based in Genoa City, WI on the Wisconsin–Illinois line and serve Southeast Wisconsin (Walworth, Kenosha, Racine, Rock, and Milwaukee counties — including Lake Geneva, Elkhorn, Delavan, Kenosha, Racine, Burlington, and Milwaukee) and Northern Illinois (McHenry and Lake counties — including McHenry, Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Harvard, Richmond, Antioch, Fox Lake, Gurnee, and Waukegan).
Are you cheaper than the dealership?
Almost always. We can beat dealer pricing on nearly any key — transponder keys, remotes, smart keys, and ignition work — and you skip the tow. Dealers often charge $300–$600+ for a smart key and require the car on their lot; we program it in your driveway.
Do you work with car dealerships?
Yes. We provide wholesale key origination, fob programming, and module programming for dealerships across Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois — on your lot, with fast turnaround. See our dealership services page or call for volume pricing.
Locked out or lost your keys? One call fixes it.
Tell us your vehicle's year, make, and model — we'll quote you over the phone. Based in Genoa City, serving Southeast Wisconsin & Northern Illinois.
Call (262) 325-7879