{
  "id": 2397899,
  "title": "MG Could Be Next Automaker to Get Apple Car Key Support",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/mg-could-be-next-automaker-to-get-apple-car-key-support",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-21T15:04:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/21/mg-apple-car-key-support/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Recent code discovered within Apple's backend car key system suggests the company is set to introduce compatibility for MG vehicles. This revelation points to Apple initiating preparations for car key support for SAIC Motor's MG brand. With an Apple Car Key, motorists can remotely manage their compatible vehicle via their iPhone or Apple Watch, eliminating the need for traditional key fobs. The feature even includes Express Mode, which operates without the need for authentication. Founded as a British sports car marque in 1924, MG was acquired by China's SAIC Motor in 2007 and has since emerged as one of the fastest-growing car brands in Europe. The company recently achieved a significant milestone, delivering its one millionth car to European customers, with approximately 386,000 of those sales originating from the UK alone. MG currently commands more than four percent of the UK market and ranks among the country's top 10 car manufacturers by sales volume. This rapid growth has been primarily fueled by MG's electric lineup, such as the MG4 and MG Cyberster. Like other indications of expanded Apple Car Key support, the discovered code does not specify which MG models will be compatible or provide a timeline for rollout. Moreover, MG has not officially announced support for the feature. However, the presence of the feature in Apple's backend code suggests that its release may be imminent.",
  "summary": "Code found in Apple's backend car key system suggests the company is preparing to add support for MG vehicles. The discovery indicates Apple has begun preparing car key support for SAIC Motor's MG brand. With an Apple Car Key, drivers can use their iPhone or Apple Watch to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle instead of relying on a traditional key fob, with support for Express Mode that…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}