Push-button start is standard on most modern cars, trucks and SUVs today. How does it work and is it better than ignition keys?

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 ...

Coil packs play a pivotal role in your vehicle's ignition system, but what exactly are they, and how do they work? Here's what you need to know.

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.

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 ...

Almost 4 million Hyundai Elantra, Sonata and Venue drivers will soon have access to free anti-theft software upgrades, the company says. The upgrade comes in response to "increasing thefts targeting ...