Stuff I learned today

[Mikexike]

I have an older car so it doesn't have that feature but I was wondering if that constant starting wears out starter motors as well. And does this feature really save gas or pollute less? I suppose it does but is it substantial?

Its bad for the starter and battery, You are not saving much if any gas...As a lot has said... just another dumb Climate control BS to please law makers.

 

[nobody]

It's a newer feature, where the engine shuts down when you stop, then starts again when you (presumably) put your foot back on the accelerator. It's supposed to save gas, but it wears out your starter...and my patience.

My dad taught me many years ago when I was younger that it took more fuel starting a car in that situation than leaving it idling. I guess that's not the case anymore?

 

[Mikexike]

My dad taught me many years ago when I was younger that it took more fuel starting a car in that situation than leaving it idling. I guess that's not the case anymore?

Now days you pay for more expensive repairs especially on the starter and agm batteries that are required for these Idle stop cars.. They are prone to fail and cause major headaches especially being stranded at an intersection or stop sign.