The Start-Stop Synchronicity

Source status: Attributed to Ringo

A red traffic light will inevitably turn green exactly one second after you switch to neutral and trigger the engine’s automatic start-stop system.

- Ringo

Category: Murphy's Cars Laws

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The time required for the engine to restart will always feel twice as long if the driver behind you has an aggressive horn finger.

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If you keep your foot on the clutch or leave the car in gear, the light will remain red indefinitely.

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