There are a handful of potential simple fixes if your key gets stuck in the ignition, such as jiggling the keys the right way, or using materials to help.

Ever put your car key in the ignition and found it won't turn? This car expert reveals the cause and a relatively easy (and inexpensive) fix.

Q: My father owns a 2003 Buick Regal that he bought used about 18 months ago. Ever since he bought it, he has had an intermittent problem with the key sticking in the ignition. The GM dealer where ...

Obviously this trick only works for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, so if your key is stuck in the ignition and it has a manual transmission then try one of the other solutions.