And btw, when I read the title to this thread, the first thought that came to mind was pushing a car with a manual transmission in order to pop the clutch to start it. Pretty sure I'm dating myself with that statement.
I don't think I would ever willingly own a vehicle with the push button start. Just another electrical part vulnerable to failure IMHO.
I think this would be a good post for the First World Problems thread.
Heck, just the other day, the battery in DoggyMama's Honda Oddysey (2006 - not exactly new) had a dead battery because she left the dome light on. The jumper cables are in a compartment back by the rear hatchback. There is no way to open the rear hatchback with a dead battery. She had to unlock the front door (the only door with an actual manual lock that you can open with a key), then climb over 2 rows of seats to get to the jumper cable. Why wouldn't they have a keyed lock on every door? Really dumb design if you ask me.
I don't think I would ever willingly own a vehicle with the push button start. Just another electrical part vulnerable to failure IMHO.
And btw, when I read the title to this thread, the first thought that came to mind was pushing a car with a manual transmission in order to pop the clutch to start it. Pretty sure I'm dating myself with that statement.
I use the parking brake daily, of course I still drive manual transmission vehicles. Oh and since this is general FIREARMS discussion. GLOCK.I've never even thought about either of these scenarios. Why do I want the transmission to be in neutral if the battery is dead? Just get a jump start. And I don't remember the last time I used a parking brake, mechanical or otherwise. But again...jump start.
Me too DD! Dead battery in my B2000 Mazda? The driveway had enough of a hill to roll-start even in Kansas. Early-80s Korean-specs Ford Granada (think late-80s Camry with a V-6 and a 4-speed) with a bad starter? The team hops out and push-starts it. Get it rolling, pop-the clutch, downshift and pop the clutch again if needed. The good old days!
I’ve always disliked push button starters. Do away with keys and fobs and have smartphones run it. One less thing to misplace or fail
PSA - if you have a push to start car
I usually try to park on a hill when I get a push to start car.
I’ve always disliked push button starters. Do away with keys and fobs and have smartphones run it. One less thing to misplace or fail