Starters take a lot of power. Just a regular electric switch will not work because the wires have to be so big to handle the high Amp load. When you think of Amps, think of Volume. Think of Volts as pressure. You can have a lot of pressure in a small wire, but it must be contained.
Scion is a sub-brand of Toyota and a niche trade name aimed at young buyers. Founded in 2002, the Scion line is composed entirely of small vehicles powered by four-cylinder engines, with most models priced below $20,000.
Scissor car jacks usually use mechanical advantage to allow a human to lift a vehicle by manual force alone. The jack shown at the right is made for a modern vehicle and the notch fits into a hard point on a unibody. Earlier versions have a platform to lift on a vehicle's frame or axle. Electrically operated car scissor jacks are powered by 12 volt electricity supplied directly from the car's cigarette lighter receptacle.