Volkswagen EV drivers gain Digital Key access through Samsung Wallet

Volkswagen is expanding digital access for its electric vehicles by bringing Samsung Wallet to support Digital Key, including hands-free entry, starting with select VW ID models in Europe. The rollout covers compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphones and is available on vehicles running ID. software 6.0.1. Samsung Wallet will let drivers lock, unlock, and start without a physical key, using ultra-wideband (UWB) for hands-free entry and NFC for tap-based access. The feature also supports Remote Key Entry for opening the trunk and allows users to grant Digital Key access to others, such as a valet. VW says access is protected by multiple security layers via Samsung Knox and can be managed remotely if a phone is lost using Samsung Find. Production for ID. software 6.0.1 begins on or after April 27, 2026.