Yes, by mashing the accelorator each time he tried to move from a stopped position he is indeed dumping gas and oil into the engine. More than necessary to get the car in motion. Not only is it bad for your fuel economy, it will also foul up your plugs.

Tell him he is also putting undo strain on the transmission. And the fast speeds mean quicker stopping which means he will be replacing his brakes faster than joe schmoe.


"Quick acceleration and heavy braking can reduce fuel economy by up to 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent around town. New EPA tests account for faster acceleration rates, but vigorous driving can still lower MPG."- fueleconomy.gov