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Idle

Describing a project or asset that is not being used and therefore is not generating revenue. An idle asset usually has a maintenance cost associated with it. Companies therefore attempt not to have idle assets unless demand drops below a certain level.

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In fact, some vehicles have stop-start features, which automatically turn off the engine after one minute of idling.

Idling for 3 minutes can result in hefty fines

"Drivers are not interested in this technology to save fuel and reduce idling. They are interested in staying comfortable in the truck while they are required to be in it," Curtis said.

Idle-Reduction Technology Remains A Cost-Saver For Fleets

Malls and hospitals are also required to put up signs to inform their staff and patrons about the ban on the prolonged idling of parked motor vehicles.

Prolonged idling of parked cars' engines soon a no-no in San Juan

Many countries levy fines for idling as part of pollution control measures.

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If a car will be sitting for longer than 10 seconds, it will require less gas to restart the car than to leave it idling for several minutes.

Car thieves target idling cars

TOM: And lots of those RVs have (or should have) what's called an "auxiliary air compressor'' on board, which instantly gives the brake system enough pressure and eliminates the need for idling.

Idling RV for 30 minutes is harmful

"The concentration of air pollutants near schools often significantly exceeds background levels in the community, particularly when idling school buses are present," he said.

Air at school entrance may be big threat to students' health

In recognition of the potential health impact of idling buses and exposure to TRAP at schools, the U.S.

A community-based participatory research partnership to reduce vehicle idling near public schools

FairPoint partnered with the American Lung Association to hold presentations at company garages on the benefits of reducing idling. Those discussions spurred renewed interest in reducing the amount of time trucks idle.

-FairPoint cuts vehicle emissions

* The Unbearable Weight of Idling. The end of the current container shipping downturn is still not in sight according to analysts at the Paris-based consultancy Alphaliner.

The unbearable weight of idling

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has implemented a policy to reduce vehicle idling for its equipment fleet, in an effort to save funds and improve air quality.