Locked Out of Your Vehicle in Regina? How to Prevent It (and What to Do)

Why Lockouts Spike in Winter

When it is -25°C outside, many drivers start the engine, step out to scrape the windows and shut the door behind them. If your doors lock automatically, that is all it takes. Remote starters and push-button ignitions add to the risk because the vehicle can keep running without a key in the ignition.

1. Build a Simple Habit

• Keys in your pocket before the door closes: Make it automatic, the same way you check for your phone.
• Avoid leaving keys on the seat or in cup holders: That is where they get locked in.
• Turn off auto-lock when parked and running: Many vehicles let you adjust this in the settings menu.

2. Have a Backup Plan

• Keep a spare key with a trusted family member or at home, not in a magnetic box under the vehicle.
• Check your key fob battery once a year so it does not fail on a cold morning.
• Save our number, (306) 807-2277, in your phone.

3. If You Are Already Locked Out

1. Stay calm and check every door, including the rear doors and tailgate.
2. Do not force the door or window. Coat hangers and prying tools can damage seals, wiring and paint.
3. If a child, pet or person is inside, or the engine is running in an enclosed space, call 911 first.
4. Otherwise call us. Our vehicle lockout service uses professional, damage-free methods to get you back in.

Part of Our Full Roadside Service

Lockouts are one of several problems we solve every day. See our full roadside assistance range, or learn where we operate in Regina and nearby communities.