Apple is getting ready to expand its digital car key system to drivers in India. Recent code findings reveal the company plans to integrate this handy feature with electric vehicles made by Tata Motors. According to a new report from MacRumors, backend data shows Tata is officially on the internal list of supported manufacturers.
We do not know the Tata vehicle models yet. It’s worth mentioning that Apple Wallet Car Key expanded to Toyota, Rivian, and more brands earlier this month.
Drivers can unlock their cars with a simple phone tap
The digital key feature lives right inside the Wallet app. Once set up, a driver only needs to hold an iPhone or Apple Watch near the door handle of a compatible car. The system uses built-in hardware to verify the device and unlock the doors. You can choose to require a face scan for extra security. However, Apple also offers a quick mode that lets you open the door without looking at the screen. This makes jumping in and starting the car much faster.
Apple originally announced its plans for this expansion during a software event last summer. During the presentation, it promised that thirteen new vehicle brands would adopt the technology soon. Tata appeared on that exact list alongside other big names like Mercedes and Volvo.
Since Tata makes a massive amount of the personal electric vehicles on the road in India, this update will likely reach a large number of daily drivers. We expect more official details to drop when the software goes live.
