Quite literally: idling gets you nowhere. It's a mindless bad habit that we don't even think about, but one that has real implications on our health, our wallets, our vehicles, and our climate crisis.

What experts say about the health risks of idling in your car — and what you can do to make a difference. (Getty Images) If you drive a car regularly, the odds are high that you'll have to sit and ...

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SIOUX CITY -- In the frozen Midwest, starting the car early and letting it idle for five, 10 or 15 minutes seems as necessary as gasoline or oil changes. Wintertime idling is something everyone does, ...

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YORK, Pa. — In the winter months, it's common for local police departments to issue warnings about the dangers of leaving your vehicle running unattended to "warm it up." But York County Regional ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Idling your car could earn you a $150 fine if one New York state lawmaker has his way. Assemblyman Chris Eachus, a Democrat who oversees District 99 — made up of Orange and ...

If you drive a car regularly, the odds are high that you'll have to sit and wait in it with the engine running at some point. The practice is known as idling, and it's common to do it during certain ...