Automotive Digital Key Market Report 2025 (Global Edition)

Global Automotive Digital Key Market Report 2025 Market Size Split by Component (Passenger Vehicle, Commercial Vehicle), by Application (Vehicle Engine Start/Stop, Fleet Management, Vehicle Security, ...

Automotive Digital Key Market Report Description

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Competitive Landscape of Automated Digital Key Market:

Companies that are operating in this market are innovating launching new products and expanding their applications. They are continuously making advancements in the market through innovations like biometric authentication, the technology of blockchain, usage of artificial intelligence for improving security. For Instance, BMW launched the BMW Digital Key Plus, a quick and secure way to gain access to and start your vehicle without having to remove your iPhone from your bag or pocket. This current iteration of the service is based on Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, which is featured on the U1 chip of the iPhone. The BMW Digital Key Plus function will first be available on the entirely electric BMW iX for iPhone. (Source:https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0324128EN/bmw-announces-bmw-digital-key-plus-with-ultra-wideband-technology-coming-to-the-bmw-ix?language=en)
The ongoing collaboration between phone OEMs and car OEMs on digital keys is increasing the car access ecosystem. As a result, the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) aims to stimulate worldwide collaboration among both sets of participants while also ensuring compatibility across various car and phone types. For example, the CCC's Digital Key release 3.0 specification establishes a cross-industry standard for secure hands-free car access. As the move to digital keys progresses, seamless communication and standardization will become increasingly important. (Source:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210420005030/en/Car-Connectivity-Consortium-Delivers-Digital-Key-Release-3.0-Specification)

 

Top Companies Market Share in Automotive Digital Key Industry: (In no particular order of Rank)

• ALPHA Corporation
• Continental AG
• Denso Corporation
• Heights Security
• HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA
• Hyundai Mobis
• Minda Corporation
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• NXP Semiconductors
• Robert Bosch GmbH
• Samsung
• Silca
• STMicroelectronics
• Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
• Valeo SA
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Which is the dominating segment in Automated Digital Key Market?

Asia Pacific has the largest share in the market of Automated Digital Key because of a rise in consumer disposable income and a corresponding increase in demand for digital passenger vehicles, the Asia Pacific region now has a dominant position in the automotive digital key market. Due to the government's approval of new laws that encourage the manufacturing and use of digital automobiles, Asia-Pacific is likely to maintain its supremacy. Passive keyless entry, or PKE, is a rapidly expanding market that is predicted to maintain its dominance for the foreseeable future. PKE's automatic system, which detects when the user or driver is close to the car, is the primary reason for its rising demand.  At the moment, Chinese OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturer) are ruling the market. The presence of numerous OEMS in this area, including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, FAW Group, and Cadillac, is primarily responsible for the rise. Additionally, because more Chinese consumers are choosing the newest technological developments, the market for smart keys is expanding quickly in China. For example, Xpeng Motors became the first smart automobile to be outfitted with the Alibaba In-automobile Mini APP in September 2019. Real-time vehicle-to-app communication via a digital smart key is part of it. Additionally, it has specific user settings that allow the seat, mirrors, steering wheel, and even audio preferences to be automatically altered, as well as AI-powered vision and voice interaction. Moreover, Japan’s demand for digital keys is boosting production and the development is seen in other regions like India and South Korea. (Source:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190927005158/en/Xpeng-P7-Becomes-First-Smart-Car-with-Alibaba-In-Car-Mini-APP)
 

The current report Scope analyzes Automotive Digital Key Market on 5 major region Split (In case you wish to acquire a specific region edition (more granular data) or any country Edition data then please write us on info@cognitivemarketresearch.com

• North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Rest of South America)
• Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Nigeria, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA)

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Automotive Digital Key Market Analysis

How are segment performing in the Automated Digital Key Market?

Automated Digital Key Market Type Segment Analysis:

Based on type of Automated digital key, there are two segments: Passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles. The segment that is dominant and is expected to grow is the passenger vehicle segment. There is a trend for owning vehicles and this will increase the sales of passenger vehicles and eventually digital key market in this sector will grow. Also, the consumer spends more on luxury cars contributing to higher passenger vehicles. Commercial vehicles are used for business purposes and industrial use A commercial vehicle is licensed to transport commodities or materials rather than passengers.

•    Passenger Vehicle
•    Commercial Vehicle
 

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Automated Digital Key Market Application Segment Analysis:

It includes Vehicle Engine Start/Stop, Fleet Management, Vehicle Security, Charging Application, Payment Application, and Shared Mobility. Using a smartphone or smartwatch, users can share their digital key with others, control settings, and functional improvements, and gain easy and safe entry to automobiles. In the future, the smartphone's digital key will take the role of the analogy key, opening up new features and business opportunities. A crucial component of the consumer's entire mobility experience is the digital key. You can apply a digital key in a safe, adaptable, and user-friendly manner with our solution. Fleet businesses may simplify the digital key management process by integrating it with their existing system. Furthermore, since the drive is already approved based on the information provided and permissions set out by the fleet management, drivers are no longer required to fill out any papers or visit a dispatch office. Hence, it becomes easier. For Instance, Alps Alpine Uses Blockchain Technology to Develop Digital Key Systems and Fleet Management. Using in-house designed software, alps Alpine's Fleet Management and Digital Key System enables vehicle users to reserve a car, obtain a key, and even open and lock cars with a smartphone, allowing for efficient company car usage at any time or location. (Source:https://www.alpsalpine.com/eu/news/detail/2020-1124-01/) Using an innovative management console, administrators can also centrally monitor vehicle reservations, movements, inspection status, and other data on their PC or smartphone. 

 

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Automotive Digital Key Connectivity Segment Analysis

By the connectivity it is divided into: Remote Cloud Key Access, Biometric, Near Field Communication (NFC), Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. the near-field communication segment is expected to expand. A collection of short-range wireless technologies known as near-field communication (NFC) usually requires a connection to be established at a distance of 4 cm or less. With NFC, you can transfer brief data payloads between two Android-powered smartphones or between an NFC tag and an Android-powered device. For instance, with the Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, consumers can now use near-field communication (NFC) and/or ultra-wideband (UWB) on smartphones or Apple Watch 2 to lock, unlock, and start certain Hyundai automobiles. This ensures a high level of security.(Source:https://www.hyundai.com/eu/driving-hyundai/owning-a-hyundai/bluelink-connectivity/digital-key.html#:~:text=Introducing%20our%20Hyundai%20Digital%20Key,your%20vehicle%20with%20your%20smartphone) The most innovative product available today is the Remote Cloud Key (RCK), a single universal key that grants access and starts authorization on automobiles from numerous OEMs. The first Bluetooth hands-free automobile kits were released in 2001. Since then, Bluetooth has increased road safety and enhanced the convenience of riding in a car. For Instance, Lexus launched a key for locking and unlocking using the brand-new Digital Key, which functions similarly to a smartphone's digital wallet, provided Bluetooth is available. Just a quick tap of the fingertip closes the NX's doors. This tells the connectivity of Bluetooth and how it can make one's life easy. (Source:https://www.lexus.eu/owners/connected-services/lexus-link-app)

 

• Remote Cloud Key Access
• Biometric
• Near Field Communication (NFC)
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi

Automotive Digital Key Technology Segment Analysis

It is segmented into Passive Keyless Entry Systems and Remote Keyless Entry The market for Passive keyless entry is increasing as it is easier and more convenient to people, hence prefer it more.  PKE is an auto security system that activates on its own when the user approaches the automobile, unlocking the door at an approach or when the door handle is pulled, and locking the door upon departure or when the user touches the vehicle.
When using Keyless Entry, the driver presses buttons on the key fob to open and lock the car's doors as well as activate other functions like the trunk. When you use passive keyless entry, you may keep your keys in your pocket and simply touch or wave a foot to gain entry and lock the doors or open the trunk. A benefit of passive entry devices is that they typically come with Keyless Ignition, which allows you to start and operate your car without ever taking the key fob out of your pocket.
 

• Passive Keyless Entry System
• Remote Keyless Entry System

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