Compare Mercedes auto locksmith repair quotes from specialist garages

In 1886, Karl Benz - the founder of Mercedes Benz - introduced what is often considered the first petrol-powered car to the world. The Benz Patent Motor Car was born, and with it began a legacy that continues today.

Style, luxury and innovation are the driving forces behind Mercedes. Not only was it one of the first car manufacturers to put brakes and suspension on all four wheels, but it was also the first to introduce safety crumple zones.

Cars by Mercedes have appeared on the big screen numerous times, from the S-Class used by Jason Statham in The Transporter to escape a gunfight to the 1969 280 SE Convertible driven by Hugh Grant in Bridget Jones's Diary.

See how Mercedes' maintenance costs compare with BMW's and Audi's here.

A car locksmith can solve various problems, such as lost keys, a broken central locking system, a broken car key, and stolen car keys, and they can also help if you have locked the key in the car. Finding a reliable auto locksmith service is vital.

Some locksmiths may carry specialist lock-picking equipment that isn't available to the public. However, most new car keys have transponder chips; in this case, the locksmith will use specialist equipment to extract security information from your car's ECU and programme it into a new key.

A lost or broken key is simple enough, but a broken central locking system is more complex. A blown fuse, failed solenoid, faulty key fob or damaged electrical wires could cause it, and it may make your car alarm go off. Since you can't use your car without a key or functioning locking system, you'll need to call a mobile auto locksmith who can come to you.