Drivers Who Leave Engines Running to Clear Screens Face Fines Under ‘Idling Offence’ Rules
'Motorists who leave their cars running on frosty mornings to warm up the engine and clear the windscreen could face being fined under anti-pollution rules this winter. Drivers are being told that leaving a car idling for more than a couple of minutes wastes fuel, and they could be served with on-the-spot fines of up to £40.'
