Push-button start may be common today, but it wasn't always the dominant way to crank an engine. Push-button start systems and ignition key systems activate the same process in different ways. Do you ...

In an era in which convenience is king and car buyers seek more seamless connections linking home, car and the outside world, keyless ignition has become a nearly ubiquitous automotive feature. Also ...

The lack of a physical deterrent in keyless-ignition cars has opened them up to vulnerabilities. We may be trading security for convenience. Keyless ignitions have penetrated the automotive market in ...

Solenoids are everywhere. They open the water valve in your dishwasher, control the flow of gas in your stove, regulate ink delivery in printers, and play a crucial role under the hood of your car.

Since its U.S. release in 2000, the Toyota Prius has been the subject of both mockery and admiration. While some deride the hybrid for its inconspicuous look and lack of traditional power, others ...

San Jose police say thieves looking to steal cars have a troubling new tactic. The department said Tuesday it has seen evidence that thieves are increasingly using new high-tech devices to bypass cars ...