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Engine Idle Control Using GPS Telematics

  • US 20100070153A1
  • Filed: 09/16/2008
  • Published: 03/18/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/16/2008
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of implementing engine idle control for a primary engine for a vehicle, the method comprising the steps of:

  • establishing a geofence corresponding to territorial limits of a idle regulation regime;

    determining whether the vehicle is within the territorial limits of the idle regulation regime by reference to the geofence; and

    automatically implementing idle limitation responsive to location of the vehicle within the territorial limits.

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