mechman is correct--it depends on the engine/vehicle. Those that are CARB clean idle certified are allowed to idle. If they're not certified, it's illegal to idle for more than a certain period of time (I believe it's 5 min).
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Diesel Dave
My version of energy storage is called "momentum".
My version of regenerative braking is called "bump starting".
1 Year Avg (Every Mile Traveled) = 47.8 mpg
BEST TANK: 2,009.6 mi on 35 gal (57.42 mpg): http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...5-a-26259.html
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