Samsung Wallet adds digital car keys for select GM models

The rollout focuses on Cadillac EVs, specifically the 2025-2027 Lyriq, 2026-2027 Optic, and 2027 Vistiq. General Motors plans to broaden this compatibility to include various GMC and Chevy trucks by December, with additional vehicle lines slated for announcement throughout 2027. Owners will receive alerts regarding feature availability through the 'What’s New' section of their respective vehicle mobile applications.

Functionality relies on proximity sensing, allowing the vehicle to unlock automatically as the driver approaches and secure itself upon departure. For security, these digital keys allow for remote suspension or deletion if a device is lost or stolen, and users can share access with others. While GM notes that similar digital key features are arriving for Apple and Google platforms, the current Samsung implementation requires specific hardware, ranging from the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra to the latest S26 and Z Fold series.