Should the Engine Start-Stop Function Be Turned On?

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Engine start-stop function should not be turned on. The original intention of the automatic engine start-stop design is for environmental protection and energy saving, and it can indeed achieve this goal in a theoretical environment. However, when combined with actual road conditions, such as prolonged traffic congestion, frequent stops and starts will inevitably increase the burden on the starter. The working principle of the start-stop function is: when the driver is seated in the cockpit and the traffic light ahead turns red, the driver presses the brake pedal, stops the vehicle, and shifts into neutral. At this point, the start-stop system automatically detects that the engine is idling without being in gear, the wheel speed sensor of the anti-lock system shows zero, and the electronic battery sensor indicates there is sufficient energy for the next start. Once these three conditions are met, the engine automatically stops running. When the traffic light turns green, the driver presses the clutch, and the 'start-stop device' can be activated immediately, quickly restarting the engine. The driver shifts gears, presses the accelerator, and the vehicle starts swiftly. Supported by efficient battery technology and corresponding engine management programs, the start-stop system can operate effectively even at lower temperatures, requiring only a brief warm-up process to activate.