Samsung, the leading consumer electronics brand in India, has announced the launch of Digital Car Key compatibility for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs through Samsung Wallet, allowing more vehicle owners to easily use their Galaxy smartphones for unlocking, locking, and starting their cars. The Digital Car Key, integrated directly into Galaxy devices, enables users to operate the paired vehicle without a physical key. Additionally, users can share their Digital Car Key with friends and family for a limited time, allowing them to manage access as needed. Madhur Chaturvedi, Senior Director of Services & Apps Business at Samsung India, expressed enthusiasm for providing Mahindra eSUV owners with the convenience of Samsung Digital Key through Samsung Wallet.
He stated that enhancing accessibility to Samsung Digital Car Key is a vital part of their commitment to delivering connected and secure experiences within the Galaxy ecosystem. This collaboration with Mahindra represents a significant advancement in making everyday tasks, such as driving, more convenient for Galaxy users. Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO of the Automotive Division at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and Executive Director of Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd., commented on the appeal of their Electric Origin SUVs – the XEV 9e and BE 6 – due to their advanced technology and modern designs. He expressed delight in partnering with Samsung to introduce the pioneering Digital Car Key feature via Samsung Wallet, which enhances convenience for every journey.
This innovation further showcases Mahindra’s dedication to providing an exceptional ownership experience with premium electric SUVs in India. In the event that a device containing a Digital Car Key is lost or stolen, users can remotely secure their device or erase data, including the Digital Car Key, through the Samsung Find service, thereby protecting their vehicles. Samsung Wallet also implements biometric or PIN-based authentication to secure access to the vehicle, ensuring privacy and security with each interaction. Furthermore, Samsung Wallet serves as a comprehensive platform for Galaxy users to manage Digital Keys, payment options, identification cards, and more within a single secure application.
The interface of Samsung Wallet is designed to be user-friendly and is safeguarded by Samsung Knox’s advanced security measures, integrating seamlessly with the Galaxy ecosystem to provide robust connectivity and security for users in their daily activities.