🅿🚗 The lack of parking spaces in cities is a growing problem that affects not only drivers, but also the quality of urban life in general. This situation leads to wasted time, lost money, stress and increased pollution. However, there are potential solutions, such as increasing the number of parking spaces and optimizing existing resources.
Consequences of a lack of parking spaces
* ⏱Time wasted: finding a parking space can be a real obstacle course in city centers. A study carried out by INRIX, a company specializing in transportation analysis, reveals that drivers spend an average of 17 hours a year looking for a parking space, with significant variations depending on the city and the rush hour.
* 💰Money lost: In addition to the cost of wasted petrol while looking for a space, parking fees in paid parking lots can quickly add up. INRIX estimates that the average annual cost per driver of finding a parking space is around $345 in the USA, taking into account fuel, wasted time and parking tickets. In addition, there are fines for illegal parking.
* 😧Stress: The search for a parking space can be very stressful for drivers. This stress is linked to the uncertainty of finding a space, pressure from other drivers, and the fear of fines or minor accidents.
* 🌍Pollution and the environment: Traffic in search of parking spaces contributes significantly to urban pollution. Cars in search of parking generate emissions of greenhouse gases and other atmospheric pollutants. A study by the European Climate Foundation indicates that up to 30% of traffic in city centers is caused by drivers looking for a parking space.
Optimizing existing resources : Private parking lot rental
* 🅿Use of Private Parking: Many parking spaces in office buildings or residences are unoccupied during certain hours of the day or night. Owners of these spaces can rent them out via sharing platforms, thus maximizing the use of existing resources.
* 🤑Benefits for Owners and Users: For owners, renting out their unused parking spaces represents an additional source of income. For users, it offers a practical and often less expensive solution than public parking lots. It also reduces pressure on public parking infrastructures.
🌿🧩🌍 The Spotiz app enables users to find and reserve available parking spaces on private property, making parking in urban areas easier.
