Hyundai Launches Vehicle Digital Passport: How It Will Simplify Your Car Ownership Experience

Hyundai Motor India has introduced a new digital service called the Vehicle Digital Passport. Designed exclusively for owners of Bluelink-enabled vehicles, the service pulls together data from various sources to create a unified digital profile of the vehicle. This includes a record of service history, accident reports, warning alerts, warranty status, and usage behaviour, all in one place.

The service is currently priced at an introductory rate of ₹399 per quarter and produces a detailed seven-page report. This report is not just a snapshot of the vehicle’s past but includes tailored suggestions based on how the car has been driven and maintained. The goal is to make it easier for car owners to stay informed and take preventive action before small issues turn into larger expenses.

Hyundai says this new tool is part of its ongoing efforts to improve the connected car experience for its customers. The company already has a strong footprint in this space, with over seven lakh connected cars sold in India since it first introduced its Bluelink technology in 2019. The Bluelink platform itself powers more than 70 connected features such as remote lock-unlock, stolen vehicle tracking, trip analysis, and emergency response.

Where the Vehicle Digital Passport stands out is in how it brings together all this data in a single, easy-to-access format. The report can be generated on demand and could prove particularly helpful for owners who intend to sell their car in the near future. It provides potential buyers with credible, verified information about the vehicle’s condition, something that can often be a grey area in India’s used car market.

The service is currently offered to Hyundai customers through the myHyundai app, where Bluelink functions are already available. Owners can opt in and pay per quarter to access the full digital passport features, making it a flexible addition rather than a bundled cost.

What Are Other Carmakers Doing?

Hyundai is not alone in experimenting with connected ownership features. Maruti Suzuki has been promoting its own ‘Suzuki Connect’ solution for some time, which includes remote operations, vehicle alerts, and even driving pattern analysis. The focus there is on safety and early warning, with notifications for things like battery drain or unauthorised movement.

Tata Motors has its ‘iRA’ connected tech in models like the Nexon and Altroz, which includes remote commands, vehicle diagnostics, and location services. Tata also has a dedicated app for service needs, where owners can track and book their next workshop visit.

Mahindra offers a combination of connected services under its ‘Adrenox’ system, particularly in the XUV700. The system allows users to monitor vehicle stats, set geo-fencing alerts, and even use smartwatch controls. For servicing, the company has the ‘With You Hamesha’ platform that lets customers schedule appointments, request doorstep service, and get real-time updates on their vehicle’s health.

Each of these systems tries to tackle ownership in its own way. Some prioritise safety, others focus on service ease. What Hyundai seems to be trying with the Vehicle Digital Passport is to tie together the entire journey, right from how the vehicle has been driven to how it has been cared for.

With buyers becoming more tech-savvy and demanding transparency, these tools are likely to become more mainstream. While the first wave of connected features was about convenience, the next one appears to be about control, data transparency, and smarter decision-making.

The Vehicle Digital Passport is now available to Hyundai owners who have the Bluelink system in their car. Access is managed through the myHyundai app, where the service can be activated as a quarterly subscription.