Magnet Forensics introduces Magnet Autokey, a new solution enabling fast access to encrypted vehicle data
New solution enables fast, non-intrusive extraction and analysis of vehicle infotainment data to accelerate time to justice
NASHVILLE, TN — April 21, 2026 — Magnet Forensics, a global leader in investigative intelligence solutions, announced today the launch of Magnet Autokey, the industry’s first solution for extracting, analyzing, and sharing digital evidence from vehicle infotainment systems without the need for invasive teardowns.
Vehicle data has become an increasingly valuable digital evidence source available to investigators. Modern vehicles have evolved into data-rich systems that can play an important role in reconstructing events before, during, and after an incident. Yet, legacy extraction methods require infotainment units to be physically removed and dismantled, rely on specialized hardware and expertise, and encounter encryption barriers that make vehicle evidence difficult to access and slow to act on.
Magnet Autokey introduces a new and innovative approach to vehicle forensics. By connecting directly to a vehicle via USB, Magnet Autokey provides fast, non-intrusive access to encrypted vehicle data without the need for physical disassembly or manual chip-off techniques. The extracted data is uploaded to the Magnet One platform and Axiom for analysis, and streamed into Magnet Review, enabling investigative teams to seamlessly review and collaborate on evidence using a first-of-its-kind, fully automated workflow.
“As digital investigations evolve, access to the right data at the right time increasingly determines how quickly the truth comes into focus,” said Braden Thomas, Chief Research and Development Officer, Magnet Forensics. “With Magnet Autokey we are expanding access to critical vehicle evidence that is often overlooked. By bringing this evidence into the Magnet One platform, we’re helping investigators move faster, collaborate earlier, and accelerate the path to justice.”
Magnet Autokey is the latest solution on the Magnet One platform, which seamlessly unifies mobile, cloud, computer, and vehicle evidence, allowing teams to access case data instantly and collaborate in real time.
Magnet Autokey enables investigators to:
- Access evidence stored on encrypted vehicle systems.
- Surface and share vehicle insights in minutes with non-intrusive USB access.
- Make case data immediately available to all stakeholders, regardless of where they are located.
To learn more about Magnet Autokey, visit https://www.magnetforensics.com/products/magnet-autokey/.
About Magnet Forensics
Founded in 2010, Magnet Forensics is a developer of digital investigation solutions that acquire, analyze, report on, and manage evidence from digital sources, including mobile devices, computers, IoT devices and cloud services. Magnet Forensics products are used by more than 6,000 public and private sector customers in over 100 countries and help investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. Learn more at www.magnetforensics.com.