As an example, the MSD Digital 6 Plus ignition system incorporates a high-speed RISC microcontroller to control the ignition's output while constantly analyzing the various inputs such as supply ...

Pertronix has offered ignition “box” solutions in the past, but its latest, the Digital HP, really takes things to the next level in a compact size that fits any engine compartment.

The Mopar electronic ignition system introduced in 1972 was cutting edge in its day. While everyone else was using the ancient points-type ignitions, Chrysler scooped 'em all with the electronic unit.

Most vehicles built prior to 1974 use a non-electronic distributor ignition system. Most vehicles built from the mid-1970s to the late 1980s use an electronic distributor ignition system.

The ignition system’s job is to ignite the air-fuel mixture in a gasoline engine. ... Where distributor caps and rotors once needed replacement, electronic ignitions typically keep on firing.

Technological advancements have made electronic ignition control modules more prevalent in modern vehicles. These modules utilize solid-state electronics to control the ignition system. They feature ...

The coil in an electronic ignition system creates a more powerful spark in the 70,000- to 80,000-volt range. That allows for a larger spark-plug gap, translating into more efficient combustion.

Keyless ignition was initially only available on luxury cars starting in the late 1990s, but it has become increasingly ...

A good electronic-ignition system should have the capability to keep the plug burning at idle for at least 1.5 ms. When designing an ignition system, ...

Newer cars with electronic ignition and fuel injection systems are scheduled to go from 25,000 miles to as many as 100,000 miles without needing a major tune-up.