Apple Car Key Support Headed to Select Cadillac Models

Summary • Cadillac is reportedly integrating Apple Car Key support for select models, with the key stored in the Apple Wallet app • The feature will allow drivers to lock, unlock, and start the car using an iPhone or Apple Watch via NFC • The adoption is notable as it occurs while GM moves away from Apple CarPlay in its EVs, signaling a separation of the dashboard interface from the secure credential layer

Apple’s Car Key ecosystem is about to pick up a major new luxury player as backend code reveals that select Cadillac models are being prepared for iPhone and Apple Watch digital key support. The move positions Cadillac squarely inside Apple’s everyday hardware ritual.

The integration lets drivers lock, unlock, and start compatible Cadillacs using an iPhone or Apple Watch through