Does shifting into “Park” at lights save gas?

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Because of the gas prices, I find myself doing anything to save gas. One thing I do is “park” at stop lights. (Most of the lights where I live are rather long). I know leaving the engine running still uses gas, but does it make a difference, as opposed to just stepping on the brake while in “drive”?

I drive a 2009 Toyota Corolla, if that makes a difference.

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May 20, 2011

jay @ 2:27 am #

No it doesn’t save gas.

Another one bites the Dust! @ 2:56 am #

SHIITTING INTO PARK WHAT?

A.Sandler fan @ 2:59 am #

No. Over time it may cause some wear on your transmission.
If anything slide it into neutral.

sweetiefreck @ 3:36 am #

no the engine is still running.

jtexas @ 4:28 am #

watch your tachometer.

if the needle goes up, you’re burning more fuel.
if the needle goes down, you’re burning less fuel.

101 @ 4:41 am #

I think that would cause extra “wear and tear” on the transmission.

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