A new Near Field Communications protocol makes keyless starting standardized for all car makers

NXP Semiconductors has announced its new Digital Key Solution to let smartphones, key fobs and even devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers unlock and start customers’ cars. The system works using Near Field Communications (NFC) technology like that used by credit cards and for mobile payments from phones through ApplePay and Google Pay. The 106 companies in the Car Connectivity Consortium all participate and agreed on one standard.