{"id":99185,"date":"2023-12-29T02:22:46","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T10:22:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=99185"},"modified":"2024-05-22T18:09:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T01:09:19","slug":"street-parking-tips-every-driver-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/street-parking-tips-every-driver-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Street Parking Tips Every Driver Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_bbcdc8-1a qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-efb413  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-eb430b\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d6280c-7a\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d6280c-7a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d6280c-7a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_d6280c-7a summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d6280c-7a\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>About 35% of Americans don&rsquo;t have their own garage or carport, leaving them with no choice but to park in the streets.<\/li><li>Know the city&rsquo;s regulations surrounding street parking to avoid violating any rules.<\/li><li>When parking in the street, try to go for corner spots and occupy well-lit areas.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Every driver knows that the garage is the safest place to park a car. Unfortunately, about 35% of Americans don&rsquo;t have their own garage or carport, leaving them with no choice but to park in the streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from this demographic, a lot of drivers are also left in the same predicament when they&rsquo;re traveling to places that don&rsquo;t offer a ton of parking space in an enclosed facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what can you do in situations like these?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a couple of street parking tips every driver should know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before You Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking might sound like a simple task, but if you&rsquo;re going to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/on-street-vs-off-street-parking-which-ones-better\/#What_is_On-Street_Parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"do it in the streets\">do it in the streets<\/a>, it&rsquo;s best to be prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"man finding place to park\" class=\"wp-image-99186\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/man-finding-place-to-park.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Make sure to do some recon about the area&rsquo;s street parking rules.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Some Recon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Street parking can be tricky because you&rsquo;re basically leaving your car on public property, which ultimately has a set of rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to do some recon about the area&rsquo;s street parking rules. Some areas only allow up to two hours of parking time while others allow up to 72 hours. Once the time is up, you&rsquo;ll be required to move to another block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Major cities usually have an app that lets you know their street parking rules, including schedules and time limits for every street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Street sweeping time is another thing you should consider before parking. In some cities, it&rsquo;s prohibited to park a vehicle in a zone that hasn&rsquo;t been swept yet, so make sure the parking spot you&rsquo;re eyeing is already cleared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read the Signs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Street signs will let you know whether or not parking is allowed in a certain area. These signs also remind drivers about other things, such as street sweeping times and residential permit requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also come across places that have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/quick-and-comprehensive-guide-to-curb-color-meanings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"colored curbs\">colored curbs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-do-curb-colors-mean-in-california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"San Francisco\">San Francisco<\/a>, for example, red curbs are &ldquo;no parking&rdquo; zones. These zones are typically situated near bus stops and fire stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, green curbs are 10-minute parking zones and the yellow ones are reserved for commercial vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also blue curbs that are intended for persons with disabilities. Unpainted curbs are generally understood as parking zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing a Parking Spot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After conducting some research about the parking area, the next thing to consider is your parking strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips when parking in the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go For the Corner Spots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Go for the corner spots to avoid getting bookended by other vehicles. Parking on the first or last spot on the block reduces the probability of getting blocked and the bumpers getting damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Park In a Well-Lit Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking in a well-lit area can reduce the risk of thieves breaking into your vehicle and stealing valuable items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid the Tree Branches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bird droppings and tree sap are most likely to fall on your vehicle when parked under a tree branch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This might seem like a minor issue, but these things are acidic and can damage your vehicle&rsquo;s paint job if left unaddressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you want to keep your paint looking good as new, you might want to avoid parking under a tree branch and go for other areas instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parallel Parking Is Key<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all spaces are intended for vehicles to back into or park with the nose first, especially parking slots in the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking in the street usually requires drivers to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/parallel-parking-made-easy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"parallel park\">parallel park<\/a>. In some cities, parallel parking comes with a few rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In San Francisco, for example, the wheels should be no more than 18 inches away from the curb. The parked vehicle should also face the same direction as the flow of traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving Away<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking in the street exposes your vehicle to certain elements that can damage its paint job and other parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Salt, acid rain, and tree sap are extremely corrosive. Leaving their residue on your car can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-stop-rust-on-a-car-the-easy-way\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cause rust to form\">cause rust to form<\/a> in certain areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dirt and other pollutants can also damage your paint job, which is why it&rsquo;s a good idea to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-car-ways-to-do-it-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"get your car washed\">get your car washed<\/a>, preferably every two weeks to protect the clear coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to avoid costly repairs down the road, it&rsquo;s best to act fast. To do this, you might want to keep a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/all-purpose-cleaner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cleaning materials\">cleaning materials<\/a> in your car, including a roll of paper towel as well as bug and tar remover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also recommended to keep a few protective materials in your car in case of tough weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a snow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cover\">cover<\/a> or blanket comes in handy because it can protect the windows from hail damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safeguarding Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a known fact that vehicles parked in the street are more likely to get robbed or vandalized than those parked inside a garage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what if you&rsquo;re left with no choice but to park in the street?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that a lot of manufacturers have come up with dozens of simple yet effective anti-theft devices that can reduce the risk of break-ins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the most common yet effective ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steering Wheel Lock<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A steering wheel lock is a rod-type lock that hooks to the inside of the steering wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a thief tries to rotate the wheel, the rod will come into contact with an immovable object like the windshield, which will prevent the wheel from turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some thieves might go to great lengths and try breaking the lock with a saw, but you&rsquo;ll probably get to your vehicle first before they&rsquo;re able to successfully remove the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wheel Clamp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The wheel clamp is a classic anti-theft device that essentially immobilizes one of the wheels to prevent a thief from driving away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The clamp comes with a metal arm made from heavy-gauge steel. It also covers the lug nuts, which immediately takes out the option of removing the entire wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faraday Bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vehicles with keyless entry systems are also susceptible to break-ins thanks to signal amplifiers and transmitters that can boost key fob signals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to combat this issue is by putting your key fob in a Faraday bag. This bag or pouch blocks these signals, preventing thieves from breaking into the vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Every driver knows that the garage is the safest place to park a car. 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