What is SecureGateway?

SecureGateway is a security system used in modern vehicles to protect the vehicle's electronics from unauthorized access. The system acts as a digital firewall between the car’s external diagnostic port (OBD) and its internal network.
To perform advanced functions such as coding, programming, or certain service procedures, the technician must have special access – often through an authorized login.

Why does it exist?

The purpose is to prevent manipulation, protect against theft attempts, and ensure that only authorized individuals can change sensitive settings in the vehicle. It is an important part of modern automotive cybersecurity.

Which brands have SecureGateway, and from which model years?

Several car manufacturers have introduced SecureGateway in their newer models, such as:

• Fiat, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge (FCA) – From around 2018
  (Also includes Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Maserati, Ram Trucks, SRT, and the smaller brands Abarth and Fiat Professional. Mopar handles parts and accessories.)

• Renault – From around 2021

• Mercedes-Benz – Selected models from around 2021

• Nissan – Started implementing around 2022

• Ford – Some models from 2021

• BMW and the VAG Group (Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda) – From around 2020
  (Also includes SEAT, Cupra, Porsche, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Ducati, VW Commercial Vehicles, and Scania)

To access these functions, login through the manufacturer's system or approved diagnostic tools that support SecureGateway is often required.