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Looming hundreds of feet up in Munich's skyline is BMW's headquarters, a vast and impressive building designed to look like four engine cylinders - the configuration that drove much of the brand's early success.

BMW has come a long way since 1927, when it produced its first car, the Dixi, shortly to be renamed the BMW 3/15. In 2022, it was awarded 'Best Manufacturer' at the AutoCar Britain's Best Car Awards, and the same year, it triumphed at the WhatCar? Awards, winning more accolades than any other brand. The M5 special edition, celebrating 20 years of BMW motorsport, is one of the rarest M automobiles in the world.

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The easiest way to replace lost car keys is to call an auto locksmith. You will need to give the locksmith the make, model and vehicle identification number (VIN) of your car, its registration number, a form of identification like your driving license and your address.

An emergency auto locksmith should be able to help you get back into your car regardless of the type of key you have. Common key types include a traditional mechanical key, a remote fob with a key, a remote entry fob with an integrated key and a remote keyless fob.

Many modern keys have a transponder chip that has to be programmed to your vehicle. Drivers often ask, "will I be able to find a car key replacement near me?" but there's no need to worry - there are many auto locksmiths across the country, most of whom offer mobile car key replacement services.