How many times should a car start normally before it fires up?

[CarlosLynn]

Under normal circumstances, a car should start with just one ignition attempt. Reasons for difficulty in starting a car include: 1. Battery depletion due to prolonged parking; 2. Insufficient power caused by forgetting to turn off lights or in-car appliances; 3. Wear and tear of the carbon brushes inside the starter motor; 4. Abnormal starting circuit, poor contact, or looseness; 5. Excessive carbon buildup in the throttle, spark plugs, or cylinder block; 6. Low fuel pressure leading to poor fuel atomization. Solutions for difficulty in starting a car include: 1. Cleaning carbon deposits from the throttle, fuel injectors, and intake tract; 2. Inspecting the ignition system and fuel supply system; 3. Regularly replacing wear-prone components.