The truth about idling
- Idling for longer than 10 seconds uses more fuel than turning your engine off and restarting it again.
- Idling is not an effective means of warming up your vehicle in the winter.
Idling is a habit supported by many false and out-dated beliefs. In response to a request to help curb idling in places where it occurs most often, The City developed two signs that can be posted in problem areas. The signs are intended to act as an instant reminder for people to turn off their engine.
You may download, print, and use these PDF files:
Green plastic idling signs (maximum number of two per customer) are available at no charge and white metal idling signs are available for purchase at:
Traffic Permits Counter
Main Floor Building E, Manchester Centre
2808 Spiller Road SE, Calgary
Fax: 403-268-5850
Open: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Please note that signs must not be installed on City right-of-way.
To request more information on idling signage please choose one of the following options:
