# Ford Put Its Kill Switch Behind A $7.99 A Month Paywall | Carscoops

> - Ford’s Start Inhibit remotely blocks the engine from starting. - Drivers must enter an app-generated code on the infotainment screen. - The service costs $7.

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/07/ford-start-inhibit-police/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a542ed727f875015d95cd0c)
- **Published:** 2026-07-13
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #nintendo-switch
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