and the meager benefits you get from that are far offset by the maintenance costs.

if this was 1973, I’d totally agree. electronic start systems are exceptionally reliable now, and powertrains are built with them in mind. the wear and tear would come from COLD STARTING the engine, which is not the case here.

https://mechanicbase.com/electric/does-auto-start-stop-wear-out-engine-components/

https://practicalmotoring.com.au/car-advice/myth-busting-stop-start-damage-engine/