Ontario G1 Knowledge Test — G1 Practice Question
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Rules of the Road
Leaving your vehicle idling for more than a few minutes is:
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Correct Answer: B. Restricted by many municipal bylaws
Municipal anti-idling bylaws (Toronto, Ottawa, etc.) fine idling over a specified time — typically 1–3 minutes. Modern engines do not need to warm up by idling; driving gently warms the engine faster.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A.Permitted anywherePermitted-anywhere is incorrect in municipalities with bylaws.
- C.Required in cold weatherNot required in cold; brief warm-up is enough.
- D.Recommended to warm the engineIdling is not recommended; short driving warms faster.
