I used to commute into the city by express bus. Drive to Metro Transit Park-n-Ride lot, park the car and get on the bus.
On the way back a lot of people would start their cars (via app) when about 5 minutes away from the lot. That translates to about 4-5 miles at freeway speed.
Alternately, at the office, some people parked at a lot that was about a mile away and it's nice to be able to start your car when it's 95F or -15F so it's comfortable when you get there.
All I see is a waste of gasoline. Back when I was living in a cold country and drove a car early in the morning I would just use gloves, keep my jacket and heat my seat with a fart. ;-)
Umm… maybe not a mile, but if you’re walking ten minutes in ice/snow (maybe a quarter mile), it is VERY nice to have it warm when you get there. I’m surprised this is surprising.
