How long must a vehicle be stopped for it to be advisable to switch off the engine?
Vehicle immobilizations
Explanation
Switch off the engine when stopped for more than 60 seconds
- If the stop exceeds 60 seconds, it is recommended to switch off the engine to save fuel (and avoid fuel consumption at idle).
- Keep the position lights on to maintain the vehicle’s visibility.
- Exception: vehicles that depend on the continuous operation of the engine for essential services, such as buses powering ventilation for passengers.
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