The 13th Plugfest will further CCC Digital Key™ interoperability testing, with a focus on completing the validation of the Digital Key Version 4 test cases, including any remaining OEM test cases. In addition, we will start testing any newly added Digital Key Version 4 test cases, getting ready to turn the next page in CCC Digital Key™  Certification.

We invite vehicle and end-user device manufacturers to bring their CCC Digital Key™ implementations. We are looking for Digital Key version 3 and version 4 implementations. In the scheduled test session, these devices will be tested against each other. This will enable first testing of version 4 implementations against other version 4, as well as other version 3 implementations. Results from the test sessions will help identify possible version 4 candidate IDL devices. This is a great opportunity for those who would like to be considered as an IDL device for Digital Key Version 4.

We invite Bluetooth test equipment vendors to participate with their Bluetooth sniffing solutions. We are planning dedicated full-day test sessions with selected vehicle and end-user device implementations to complete validation of any remaining test cases, and any remaining issues with the participating Bluetooth test equipment.

We invite UWB test equipment vendors to demonstrate how such test tools will benefit our members and the CCC. Participating members will be able to discuss and see how these tools can support product development and may support future certification testing. We will either schedule dedicated test sessions for these test tools, or they will be invited to join regular test sessions.

We invite a limited number of authorized End-to-End Interoperability laboratories to participate in the plugfest to help with conducting tests for the published test cases (Part 1 – 5). We are asking laboratories to bring their IDL End-User Devices and the Comprion test tool.

CCC End-to-End Interoperability Plugfests allow attendees to test their CCC Digital Key™ implementations against other member companies’ implementations to discover and investigate any possible problems. Identified issues will improve or correct technical specifications, test suites and test tools. Plugfests also greatly help participants to validate and to mature their own implementations and to troubleshoot any issues identified during these test sessions.

Test sessions will happen in parallel. Participants bringing a vehicle implementation will have an assigned meeting space. Participants are expected to attend and actively engage in the full five-day event to ensure fairness and provide all attendees with the opportunity to collaborate and test with other member companies. Note that some requirements exist to successfully participate, e.g., cross-signing between vehicle and device OEM. Device vendors are encouraged to bring a second device implementation, allowing parallel testing with different vehicle platforms. Only one IUT type will be permitted for this Plugfest. 

Facility Details:  
Each testing room will have 2 tables, 4 chairs, a monitor and several power outlets. Free WiFi is available at the facility. Should you require additional supplies, extension cords or hotspots, please plan to bring them with you. Vehicle testing is uncovered outdoor. There is no external power and the City of Cupertino has strict limitations on the use of generators to be used in parking lots. Participants may bring small battery packs and will have to be prepared to test within these limitations. There is no EV Charging on-site. Shared testing rooms will have visual privacy. Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. 

Thank you to our host, Apple!

July 14, 2025

• 08:00 – 10:00     Equipment Setup
• 10:00 – 12:00     Welcome Plenary
• 12:00 – 13:30     Lunch
• 13:30 – 17:30     Test Session
• 17:30 – 18:00     Plenary: Check-in

July 15-17, 2025

• 08:00 – 08:30     Arrival & Setup
• 08:30 – 12:30     Test Session
• 12:30 – 13:30     Lunch
• 13:30 – 14:00     Plenary Check-in
• 14:00 – 18:00     Test Session

July 18, 2025

• 08:00 – 08:30      Arrival & Setup
• 08:30 – 12:30     Test Session
• 12:30 – 13:30     Lunch
• 13:30 – 14:30     Closing Plenary
• 14:30 – 16:00     Equipment Packing

Test sessions and wrap-up sessions are limited to registered attendees. Identified issues will be shared with relevant CCC Work Groups and Task Groups in an anonymized manner.

IUT Implementations:

Vehicle and Device implementations (IUT) must be from Core or Charter members in good standing. All IUTs must be registered. Members registering an implementation agree to have their intent to participate shared within CCC and other registered participants.

Test Equipment Implementations:

Test equipment providers, who developed or intend to develop Bluetooth and/or UWB test equipment, may join selected test sessions. Test equipment providers must be a CCC member company in good standing. Members registering as test equipment providers agree to have their intent to participate shared within CCC and other registered participants. 

End-to-End Laboratories:

Laboratories, which are an Authorized Test Lab (ATL) for End-to-End Interoperability, may join selected test sessions. Laboratories must be a CCC member company in good standing. Members registering as laboratories agree to have their intent to participate shared within CCC. Laboratories should bring authorized E2E Interoperability test equipment and IDL devices (EUDs) and the Comprion test tool.

Third Party Observers:

Participating vendors may invite their supplier/customer to the plugfest to join the vendor’s test session. The supplier/customer must be from a CCC member company in good standing to attend. Invited Third Party Observers must register as an attendee and indicate the inviting implementation company on the registration form. Attendees need to agree to the Participation Agreement available in this link. Please indicate that you agree to this and are authorized to sign this agreement on the registration form.

Eligible Attendees:

Attendees must be from a CCC member company in good standing, and must be linked to a registered IUT, test equipment vendor or laboratory. All Attendees must register. Attendees need to agree to the Participation Agreement available in this link. Please indicate that you agree to this and are authorized to sign this agreement on the registration form.

IUT Registration is now open. 

Please register only ONE implementation under test (IUT), even if you plan to bring multiple and/or different variations/configurations of your implementation. Full vehicles and vehicular HW/SW platforms are covered under the same IUT registration. IUT registration should be done before Attendee registration. Third party observers shall not register the IUT. 

Space is limited, and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

IUT Registration:

• One registration per member company bringing an implementation for testing.
• Registration fee is USD $700 per IUT registration.
  • Each IUT will receive a code for 2 complimentary attendee registrations.
• IUT registration deadline is June 12, 2025.
• The IUT registration fee is non-refundable.

Test Equipment or Laboratory Registration can be found here:

• One registration per member company.
• Registration fee is USD $350 per Test Equipment or Laboratory registration. 
  • Each registered member company will receive a code for 1 complimentary attendee registration.
• Test Equipment/Laboratory registration deadline is June 12, 2025.
• This registration fee is non-refundable.

Attendee Registration can be found here:

• One registration per participant
• Registration fee is USD $350 per participant.
• Attendee registration deadline is July 3, 2025.
• Attendees may cancel their registration and receive a refund through the registration deadline, July 3. Following this, no refunds will be permitted.

Please note that a company email is required in order to verify participation or the registration is subject to cancellation.

Plugfest participation is limited to CCC Charter and Core Members, laboratories and test equipment vendors only.

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