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How Are Car, Truck and SUV Keys Made? It is common to get a standard car key made by a locksmith in your neighborhood or a dealer. Modern smart keys and FOBs however, require special equipment to program the vehicle. The keys have an internal transponder chip that emits signals when the key is inserted in the ignition. This signal is sent to the immobilizer to stop the car from starting. 1. VIN Number The VIN (Vehicle ID Number) is an alphanumeric number of 17 characters that contains details about a vehicle