Car and Truck Remotes

What Car and Truck Remotes does

Car and Truck Remotes is a privately held ecommerce retailer founded in 2003, headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, with ecommerce fulfillment operated from a warehouse at 633 Hickory Hill Dr, Vernon Hills, Illinois. The company sells replacement key fobs, keyless entry remotes, transponder ignition key blanks, replacement remote cases and shells, silicone remote covers, coin cell batteries, garage door opener remotes, and Viper security system remotes across more than 40 automotive brands and model years spanning 1990 through 2027+. Pricing is positioned at 50-75% below dealer list prices (e.g., Nissan Frontier smart remote listed at $54.95 versus a $200 dealer price).

The business operates a direct-to-consumer ecommerce model on Shopify with year/make/model fitment search, supported by Shop Pay, PayPal, Amazon Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Venmo checkout options and live chat customer service seven days a week. A wholesale discount program serves locksmiths and trade buyers purchasing in volume, and the company distributes Viper-branded vehicle security remotes as an authorized reseller. Customer segments include individual vehicle owners seeking lower-cost replacements for lost or damaged fobs, locksmiths and automotive service providers buying in bulk, and car rental agencies replacing fleet remotes.

The company is small (1-10 employees), profitable in appearance given its 20+ year operating history without disclosed outside funding, and has no known parent company, subsidiaries, or institutional ownership. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed; there are no funding rounds, acquisitions, leadership changes, regulatory actions, or patents on record. Marketing is primarily organic search and SEO via the structured vehicle-fitment catalog, supplemented by customer reviews, a blog at blog.carandtruckremotes.com, and email signup for repeat purchases.

Name

Car and Truck Remotes

Legal name

Car and Truck Remotes

Website

https://carandtruckremotes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Car and Truck Remotes is a private US ecommerce retailer, founded in 2003, selling replacement key fobs, transponder keys, remote cases, covers, and batteries for 40-plus automotive brands at 50-75% below dealer pricing. It serves everyday drivers, locksmiths, and car rental agencies via its Shopify storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Alpharetta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Replacement Remotes: One-time sales of replacement key fobs and remotes for vehicles. Products include standard keyless entry remotes, smart/proximity remotes, and remotes with engine start functionality. Revenue is transactional with no recurring component.
2. Product Sales - Key Blanks: One-time sales of ignition transponder key blanks with chip technology. Both master keys and valet keys available. Keys must be cut and programmed after purchase.
3. Product Sales - Accessories: Sales of replacement cases/shells, remote covers, batteries (CR1616, CR2016, CR2025, CR2032, CR2450), and garage door opener remotes/keypads. Accessories and consumables provide repeat purchase opportunities.
4. Wholesale Discount Program: Volume discount program for locksmiths and other trade customers purchasing in bulk.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Car and Truck Remotes is an e-commerce retailer selling replacement keyless entry remotes, transponder ignition key blanks, and related accessories (cases, covers, batteries, garage door remotes) for 40+ vehicle brands across model years 1990-2027+. Customers search by vehicle year/make/model to find compatible products. The company also resells Viper security system remotes and operates a wholesale discount program for locksmiths and trade buyers.

Product overview

CarAndTruckRemotes.com operates as an e-commerce retailer specializing in replacement automotive remotes and keys. The core product line centers on keyless entry remotes and transponder ignition key blanks for over 50 vehicle makes, supplemented by accessory products including replacement remote cases/shells, protective silicone covers, and coin cell batteries. The company also offers garage door opener remotes and keypads across multiple brands, along with Viper security system products. Founded in 2003, the company positions itself as a cost-effective alternative to dealership pricing, offering savings of 50-75% off dealer prices. All products ship from their Vernon Hills, IL warehouse.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Keyless Entry Remotes Replacement key fobs and remote controls for cars and trucks across 40+ vehicle makes including Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Toyota, Dodge, and luxury brands. Includes standard keyless entry remotes, smart/proximity remotes, and remotes with engine start functionality. Sold direct via ecommerce to individual vehicle owners, locksmiths, and car rental agencies.
• Transponder Ignition Key Blanks Chip keys and transponder key blanks for vehicle ignition systems, available for Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, and many other makes. Includes master keys and valet keys with embedded chips. Customers save 50%+ versus dealer pricing. Keys must be cut and programmed after purchase.
• Replacement Cases and Shells Replacement shell casings for damaged or cracked remote controls. Allows customers to repair their existing fob electronics by replacing just the outer case rather than the full unit.
• Remote Batteries Coin cell batteries for keyless entry remotes including CR1616, CR2016, CR2025, CR2032, and CR2450 models. Sold in 5-packs starting at $9.95 ($10.95 for CR2450). A consumable product supporting repeat purchases.
• Keyless Remote Covers Protective silicone covers for key fobs that protect against scratches, drops, and daily wear. Available for various vehicle brands including Acura, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and others. Custom-fit designs starting at $9.95 each.
• Garage Door Opener Remotes and Keypads Replacement garage door remotes and keypads for multiple brands including Genie/Overhead Door, Liftmaster/Chamberlain/Craftsman, Linear/Multi-Code, Marantec, Stanley, Wayne Dalton, and universal options.
• Viper Security System Remotes Viper-branded security system keyless entry remotes sold as an authorized reseller of vehicle security products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Save up to 75% on replacement remotes compared to dealer pricing
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationEcommerce platform provider powering the CarAndTruckRemotes.com online store. Handles payment processing, checkout infrastructure, and store management.
• PayPalcoreTechnology or IntegrationPayment processing partner enabling checkout for customers. Integrated as accelerated checkout option.
• Viper SecurityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSells Viper security system remotes and key fobs alongside their own replacement remote products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• RemotesAndKeys.com: RemotesAndKeys.com sells replacement key fobs, remote heads, and transponder keys for a wide range of vehicle makes and models. It is a focused DTC competitor in the same replacement remote category as Car and Truck Remotes.
• KeylessRide: KeylessRide is a specialized e-commerce retailer of replacement keyless entry remotes and transponder keys, organized by vehicle year/make/model fitment. It competes head-to-head with Car and Truck Remotes for the same locksmith, consumer, and fleet customer base.
• Car Keys Express: Car Keys Express is a leading direct-to-consumer retailer of replacement automotive keys and key fobs, offering both OEM and aftermarket products with locksmith and dealer channels. It is the most directly comparable competitor to Car and Truck Remotes in the dedicated replacement remote market.
• Car Remotes USA: Car Remotes USA is an online retailer specializing in replacement car remotes and keyless entry fobs across multiple vehicle brands. It is a smaller-scale direct peer competing for similar search-driven consumer traffic.

Broad incumbents

• eBay: eBay is a global online marketplace with extensive listings for replacement automotive remotes, key fobs, and transponder keys from individual and commercial sellers. It functions as a price-discovery and competitor channel for the same products sold by Car and Truck Remotes.
• O'Reilly Auto Parts: O'Reilly Auto Parts is a major U.S. automotive aftermarket parts retailer with extensive store and e-commerce coverage. It competes broadly for automotive DIY and trade customers, including those seeking replacement remotes and key fob accessories.
• NAPA Auto Parts: NAPA Auto Parts is a nationwide automotive aftermarket parts distributor and retailer serving professional installers and consumers. It competes in the same broad automotive parts category as Car and Truck Remotes and serves an overlapping trade customer base.
• Amazon: Amazon is the dominant general e-commerce marketplace and lists thousands of replacement key fobs and remotes from third-party sellers. It exerts significant pricing pressure on specialized replacement remote retailers like Car and Truck Remotes via Prime shipping and competitive pricing.
• AutoZone: AutoZone is the largest U.S. specialty retailer of automotive replacement parts and accessories with thousands of stores and a strong online catalog. While it does not specialize in replacement key fobs, it competes in the broader automotive parts retail category where Car and Truck Remotes operates.
• Advance Auto Parts: Advance Auto Parts is a large multi-channel retailer of automotive parts, accessories, and batteries in the U.S. and Canada. It serves the same DIY consumer and trade professional segments as Car and Truck Remotes, albeit with a much broader product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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