We’ve all heard suggestions that you shouldn’t leave your car idle for more than 10 or 30 minutes. But these claims have never been supported by scientific evidence. Some claim it will deplete the battery. Other issues that are warned about include insufficient engine lubrication and component deterioration. So is idling bad for your car? Let’s look into the issue in detail. The truth is that a healthy engine may idle for an unlimited period of time without causing damage. …
