It seems that the “Car Key” feature in Apple Wallet has finally shifted out of “first gear” and is picking up speed! After years of waiting and anticipation, the list of companies supporting this smart feature is expanding significantly to include names that were not even expected. Today, we have a new, heavy-hitting guest joining this luxury list: Lexus, which is preparing to make traditional car keys a thing of the past. After all, who needs a piece of plastic in their pocket when they have an iPhone?
Lexus ES 2026.. Starting Here
According to findings in Apple’s backend code, Lexus has already been added as a supported brand, meaning Apple has completed its technical preparations to welcome digital Lexus keys. Reports indicate that the rollout will begin with the 2026 Lexus ES model, following its sibling, the Toyota RAV4, which has also begun adopting “Enhanced Digital Key” technology.
Although Lexus has not yet officially announced the launch date, its appearance in Apple’s system means it is only a matter of a very short time. In the tech and automotive world, it is common for companies to start with one model as a test, then gradually expand to include other new models in subsequent years.
A Sudden Expansion of the Apple Ecosystem
What is truly interesting is that Lexus was not on the list announced by Apple last June, which included 13 brands coming to support the feature. This makes its addition now a “prized catch” for Apple and for users who prefer Japanese luxury and reliability. Buying a Lexus and finding its key waiting for you inside the Wallet app alongside your bank cards is a level of convenience that cannot be ignored.
For those who don’t know, this feature allows you to unlock and start the car, and even share the “digital key” with family members via iMessage, all with high security levels that ensure data is not stolen or used without authorization. It is not yet clear whether current cars on the market will receive the feature via a system update, or if it will be limited to all-new models.
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