Because YOU'VE never had to fix them! They do work kind of slick, I agree. But, since these have went away- key starts have batteries that are better suited for the job than 15 years ago. Plus, they get to charge more... I have a few regulars that still have them.

Interesting. I've never heard of such a thing.

Regarding the "new" battery powered starters: don't care for them. I've acquired two mowers recently with the batteries and neither will crank the mower (even after charging).