>>So I've changed my style, staying with feet off the pedals while waiting for the light - at least when I know my turn isn't in the next 15 seconds. When I'm not sure whether I may need to move soon (start-stop-start driving in a sloooow lane), then yes, clutch to the floor, in 1st or 2nd (I have a 6 gear now, 2nd is almost just as good unless uphill, specially if you aren't standing still).
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>Interesting. I'll have to do some research.

You'll establish a testing laboratory, with all the measuring devices, ultrasound to gauge the metal fatigue etc?