Vehicle exhaust contains many pollutants that are linked to asthma, allergies, heart disease, stroke, increased risk of infections, cancer and premature births.

Air pollution hurts children the most. Their lungs are sensitive and still developing, and they breathe more rapidly and take in more air than adults. Vehicle exhaust can worsen breathing discomfort and symptoms of asthma. Asthma sends more children to the hospital than any other health problem and is a major cause of school absences.

Turning your vehicle off in a carpool line or a parking lot can signifcantly reduce your gas consumption. Vehicles get ZERO miles-per-gallon while idling. Larger vehicles tend to waste more fuel than smaller ones. Idling can also cause greater engine wear-and-tear over time, resulting in higher maintenance costs. Overall, idling is as bad for your wallet as it is for your health.