2025 RAM Smartphone keyless option

[tripleB]

With all the threads about thieves being able to program new key fobs on the fly and then Stellantis offering the ability to lock the RF hub which brings with it some of its own issues like having legit duplicate keys made etc. One option I found in the new 2025 pilots built so far is a "Smartphone as a Key"

It is optional and doesn't appear as standard equipment on any model built so far.
Currently Laramie and above all have builds with it.

I wonder if this addition will help with security at all ??

 

[DefusE]

I wonder if this addition will help with security at all ??

Let's hope they are using NFC and some hardware backed encryption and not Bluetooth. Bluetooth will be cheaper for Stellantis so you can decide which it will be.

 

[Boris]

I think not having the Hellcat engine would be theft deterrent enough.
But better late than never I guess.

 

[quikag]

My wife has a '23 Tesla Model Y (great complement to my '23 TRX. ) and the phone as a key (PaaK) works flawlessly. I love being able to leave the house when we are taking her vehicle with just my phone and wallet. Could probably just take my phone, but like having physical credit cards and my driver's license, etc.

Hope Ram does a good PaaK with good security.

 

[rao26]

My wife has a '23 Tesla Model Y (great complement to my '23 TRX. ) and the phone as a key (PaaK) works flawlessly. I love being able to leave the house when we are taking her vehicle with just my phone and wallet. Could probably just take my phone, but like having physical credit cards and my driver's license, etc.

Hope Ram does a good PaaK with good security.

How’s your husband like his Tesla?

 

[quikag]

How’s your husband like his Tesla?

I knew there would be a few Karen's triggered by a Tesla. Rest assured it's an awesome ride. That said, not getting rid of any of my 3 factory supercharged vehicles or any of my other ICE vehicles.

 

[KnightMare]

This was an interesting read about BMW digital keys

Android smartphones become fully fledged vehicle keys: BMW Digital Key Plus now also available on compatible Android devices | Automotive World

Conveniently open, start and close the vehicle without having to take your mobile phone out of your pocket

www.automotiveworld.com

 

[LDN]

Sounds like another useless and transient tech fad