A group of car manufacturers and prominent tech companies has unveiled a new certification for digital keys with the goal of facilitating secure communication between cars and smartphones.
The Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) recently introduced its new CCC Digital Key certification, which is intended to standardize and secure access to cars via smartphones equipped with a contactless chip (NFC). In the future, it will ensure compatibility between different car brands and smartphones.
This consortium includes some of the world’s leading automakers (BMW, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, etc) as well as major tech companies (Apple, Google, Samsung, Xiaomi, etc).
The aim is to provide a more reliable user experience through contactless technology, making it easier to unlock a car, start the engine, and access certain functions directly using a smartphone. This solution is designed to be more secure than using traditional keys or digital versions that communicate via Bluetooth or WiFi.
Digital key usage for cars is currently on the rise, but suffers from a lack of standardization. The new certification will enable car manufacturers to offer a digital key solution that is compatible with smartphones from all major manufacturers. It should also simplify the process of sharing a key with multiple people, such as family members, colleagues, or friends. – AFP Relaxnews
