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Apple Wallet Car Key Support Expands to Toyota and Rivian

Apple Wallet's car key feature is now available for select Toyota and Rivian models, with more automakers expected to join soon.

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Apple Wallet’s digital car key functionality has been extended to include select models from Toyota and Rivian, marking a significant expansion in the use of this technology. The feature allows users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles using an iPhone or Apple Watch, leveraging Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology for passive entry [1][2].

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is among the first models to support Apple Wallet car keys in the United States. This integration requires a Toyota Remote Connect subscription, which is free for the first year and costs approximately $15 per month thereafter. Compatible devices include iPhone 11 or newer models, excluding SE versions, and Apple Watch Series 6 or newer [1][2].

Rivian has also rolled out Apple Wallet car key support for its second-generation R1S and R1T vehicles. This feature was introduced via a software update, version 2025.46, and requires the Rivian mobile app version 3.8.0 or later. In addition to UWB, the system includes NFC backup with Power Reserve, allowing the car key to function for up to five hours after the iPhone battery is depleted. Users can also share keys with up to eight people [3][4].

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The expansion of Apple Wallet car keys to Toyota and Rivian is part of a broader trend, with additional automakers such as Porsche and General Motors expected to support the feature in the near future. However, specific models and timelines for these brands have not been officially confirmed [5].

What Is Known

Apple Wallet car keys are now available for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 and Rivian’s second-generation R1S and R1T models. The feature uses UWB technology and requires specific device compatibility and subscriptions [1][2][3][4].

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What Remains Unclear

While there are reports of future support from Porsche and General Motors, official confirmation and details regarding specific models and timelines have not yet been provided [5].

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