- DEKRA receives this authorization for its laboratories in Canton and Suzhou (mainland China), Taiwanand Málaga (Spain).
STUTTGART, Germany, December 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — DEKRA has become one of the first global laboratories approved for CCC digital key certification by the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) to provide testing and validation services and offer strong support to manufacturers global automotive and component suppliers to launch compliant products in the key digital domain. DEKRA obtained this authorization for its laboratories located in Canton and Suzhou (mainland China), Taiwanand Málaga (Spain). As a CCC Digital Key Authorized LaboratoryDEKRA covers the widest scope and the largest number of recognized laboratories worldwide.
“DEKRA is closely engaged in the evolution and application of digital key technology. As one of the world’s first CCC approved digital key laboratories, we are committed to benefiting manufacturers and end users through the standardization of CCC digital key certification, which ensures a consistent and transparent experience across products from different vendors, facilitating seamless interoperability between relevant parties and building credibility and trust between consumers, partners and stakeholders,” said Juan Carlos MoraVice President of Business Line Connectivity Testing at DEKRA.
Among the many innovative applications in the automotive sector, Digital Key stands out as one of the most notable. It redefines the connection between people and vehicles, not only revolutionizing keyless operations, but also embracing a mission to connect people, vehicles and scenarios. As a new technology, Digital Key allows vehicle owners to remotely access their vehicle using mobile devices such as smartphones and smartwatches, including features such as seamless entry, convenient start, automatic locking on departure, remote control of windows and air conditioning, etc. remote control and information interaction features.
The Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) is dedicated to advancing technologies for smartphone-to-car connectivity solutions. CCC Digital Key is a standardized ecosystem that allows mobile devices on any operating system to securely store, authenticate and share digital keys for smart vehicles. It also allows businesses to gain the brand ownership they crave, as well as the security, privacy, and interoperability users need. As a core member of the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC), DEKRA actively participates in the work of the consortium and collaborates with the world’s leading companies in the automotive industry to jointly drive the development of the digital industry.
Recently, CCC announced that CCC Digital Key Certification is now available for NFC implementation for its industry-leading vehicle and device members. NFC technology facilitates contactless communication between smartphones and vehicles, and in the 3.0 standard, a combination of UWB and BLE technologies further enhances features such as hands-free operation, position and keyless entry to improve the user experience.
In addition, DEKRA can also provide Apple MFi CarKey testing and certification services and official NFC Forum CCC digital key testing. DEKRA aims to continue providing its customers with innovative testing and certification solutions to ensure the safety and security of the digital key ecosystem.
About the Automotive Connectivity Consortium:
The Automotive Connectivity Consortium® (CCC) is a cross-industry organization that advances technologies for smartphone-to-car connectivity solutions. CCC represents a large portion of the global automotive and smartphone industries with more than 200 member companies. CCC member companies include smartphone and vehicle manufacturers, tier-one automotive suppliers, silicon/chip suppliers, security product suppliers, and more. Its board of directors includes members from founding member companies Apple, BMW, CARIAD, DENSO, Ford, General Motors, Google, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, NXP, Panasonic, Samsung, Thales and Xiaomi. For more information, visit www.carconnectivity.org.
About DEKRA
DEKRA is the world’s largest organization of independent, unlisted experts in the testing, inspection and certification sector. As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security and sustainability outcomes. In 2022, DEKRA achieved a turnover totaling nearly EUR 3.8 billion. The company currently employs nearly 50,000 people who provide qualified, independent expert services in approximately 60 countries on five continents. With a platinum rating from EcoVadis, DEKRA is now in the top 1% of ranked sustainable companies. For more information, visit www.dekra.com.
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/dekra-recognized-by-the-car-connectivity-consortium-ccc-as-a-ccc-digital-key-authorized-laboratory-in-four- locations-302023178.html
SOURCE DEKRA Asia Pacific
