Gemalto partners with Valeo on virtual car keys

Digital security supplier Gemalto and automotive supplier Valeo have developed a virtual key solution enabling drivers to lock, unlock and even park their car via a smartphone. The solution can also provide access to real-time data (location, fuel levels and maintenance information) through Valeo’s In-Blue smartphone app.
June 7, 2016 Read time: 1 min

Digital security supplier 3866 Gemalto and automotive supplier 8036 Valeo have developed a virtual key solution enabling drivers to lock, unlock and even park their car via a smartphone. The solution can also provide access to real-time data (location, fuel levels and maintenance information) through Valeo’s In-Blue smartphone app.

Bluetooth Smart technology enables the smartphone to communicate with the vehicle using a virtual key stored in the phone via the secure InBlue platform which is said to offer a similar level of security as mobile payment systems. Once inside the car, the driver’s smartphone is detected, allowing the vehicle to be started.

As the InBlue app can be shared through users’ smartphones and allows the synchronisation of data between the car and the smartphone, it offers other functionality such as car sharing and remote parking for companies or individuals.

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