Did you know that idling consumes up to 1 gallon of fuel per hour? That is fuel –and money! - wasted getting you nowhere!  Not only that, but running an engine at low speed (idling) causes significantly more wear on internal parts compared to driving at regular speeds.

Excessive idling wastes fuel, causes excess wear on your engine, and produces unnecessary vehicle exhaust, which is the leading cause of toxic air pollution in the State.  Such pollution is one of the leading causes of asthma, especially for young children who are more susceptible to such respiratory diseases.

Also, burning a gallon of fuel produces approximately 20 pounds of carbon dioxide - the principal greenhouse gas contributing to climate change.

So, next time you get in your car, remember these facts:

• Engine manufacturers generally recommend no more than three to five minutes of idling.

• It is more efficient to turn off most warmed-up vehicles than to idle for more than 30 seconds.

• Idling = 0 miles per gallon.

So remember: anti-idling is not only good for the environment, it’s good for your wallet as well!  For more information, download the "No Idle Zones - It All Adds Up To Cleaner Air" brochure.