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Volkswagen Brings myVW Vehicle Controls to Apple Watch for Most 2020 and Newer Models

Eligibility is limited to model-year 2020 or newer Volkswagens with an active connected-services plan.

Overview

  • The Apple Watch app provides remote Lock/Unlock, Honk and Flash, Vehicle Status, and Lock Status.
  • EV owners can start or stop charging, view charge status, and trigger climate start/stop, while ICE models support remote start/stop and fuel status.
  • Access requires downloading myVW, adding the vehicle to the virtual garage, accepting the terms of service, and subscribing to Remote Access or VW Vehicle Insights.
  • Volkswagen announced the smartwatch integration on November 13, and the features are available now for eligible vehicles.
  • Connected features remain tied to paid plan tiers, with options including Remote Access, VW Vehicle Insights, and Safe and Secure.