Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch can now replace BMW, Mercedes-Benz, other makers’ key fobs

Drivers may soon have another brand to consider when shopping for cars that support Apple’s Car Key feature as Mercedes-Benz appears to be ready to launch support.

Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch can now replace BMW, Mercedes-Benz, other makers’ key fobs
iPhone News
24-05-2023 14:16

When you add your car key to the Wallet app, Express Mode is turned on automatically. Express Mode allows you to use your car key without unlocking your device, or authenticating with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode.

BMW has the most vehicles offered with Car Key support, with several model year 2021 and later cars supported. Kia, Hyundai, Genesis, and BYD round out the list of brands offering Car Key today.

Last month, Nicolás Alvarez on Twitter shared evidence that British sports car firm Lotus appears ready to roll out Car Key as well. Mercedes-Benz made the news official around the same time for its E-Class lineup…

With Lotus still pending, Mercedes-Benz makes the sixth car brand to adopt Car Key support.

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