Wrapped up in the conversation over Toyota’s record-setting recall for 3.8 million vehicles last week, USA Today auto writer Chris Woodyard introduces concerns about the push-start button.

Actuating a momentary (ON) push-button switch latches a bathroom exhaust fan (or other load) on or off. Push the switch and T2, a BS170 NFET, is latched on and the fan turns on; ... When A is low at ...

Push buttons not flawless. However, push-button ignitions aren't fault-free. Drawbacks include steep replacement costs of fobs, the inconvenience of fobs dying with no way to start the car — and ...

These kits provide everything you'll need to remote start your car at the push of a button, and some even function as alarm systems. These systems let you lock or unlock your doors, open the trunk ...

Even though push-start ignitions have been around for a while now, it can still be confusing as to why your vehicle won't ...

Even Lawnmowers Have Push-Button Start Now. ... Smart Switch is available on two of the company's zero-turn mowers and two of its tractors with prices ranging from $3200 to $3400.

Notably, GM is adding push-button start to high-end trims for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and 2019 GMC Sierra. Many of the pickups’ trims will still house a traditional ignition, however.

Ford is adding two more recalls to its yearly tally, making it onto the 2014 ledger just under the wire. One involves moving the 2015 Lincoln MKC's push-button ignition start switch to a new ...

Currently, the push button start system is available for all 1988-2011 Civic and 1990-97 Integra, but the group also offers complete kits for various model Accord, Prelude, CRV, TSX, and more.

The id.PUSH keyless ignition system is as easy as it gets: just push the button and go! This basic push-button system features a mechanical push-button start with LED halo lighting.

What isn't shown here are the two plugs that attach to the left of the module, the push-button starter and the programming switch. Now, that plug on the left is a bit trickier. See All 40 Photos ...

Specifically, the push-button start didn't start the engine. I first suspected the key fob (weak or dead battery). That was ruled out when the key fob was able to lock and unlock the doors from 50 ...