Does keeping the car idling consume fuel?
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Keeping the car idling does consume fuel, although the fuel consumption is less than when driving. Prolonged idling can damage the car's engine. When the car is idling, it means the engine is in an idle state. Here is some related information about engine idling: 1. Idle state refers to the engine running without load. During idling, the engine speed is generally between 550-800 RPM. If the car idles for a long time, it can easily cause carbon buildup in the engine. 2. Both high and low idle speeds are undesirable. A high idle speed can affect the engine's fuel consumption, potentially increasing fuel usage, raising the engine's internal temperature, and accelerating engine wear, thereby reducing the engine's lifespan. Conversely, prolonged low idle speed can cause the car to stall. Stalling can occur in two scenarios: one is stalling while idling, and the other is stalling while the car is in motion.