For any new or seasoned driver, the presence of handicap parking spaces is not something new. You may already be well aware that if you do not have a permit to park in those designated spaces, you can be subjected to fines and citations for parking illegally. All in all, these are designated spaces that allow those with disabilities to have a more seamless, comfortable, and safe vehicular entrance and exit. With that being said, if you are someone who… Continue reading →

The world was altered when COVID-19 emerged in 2020. When the United States declared a national emergency on March 13, every business, including Propark Mobility, had to adapt and pivot. While many industries came to a veritable standstill – parking and transportation included – healthcare saw an increase in activity. One such healthcare facility was Yale New Haven Health Services (YNHHS) in New Haven, Conn. As a longtime partner, Propark Mobility has proudly provided shuttle transportation services for YNHHS for… Continue reading →

As our country continues reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic, one question that persists for parking facility owners and property managers is: “How can I keep my parking customers safe during such an unprecedented time?” To aid in this effort, we’ve identified three main steps to take when making your parking assets COVID-safe. Educate and Empower Employees Once you review recommendations and guidelines from state and federal authorities and develop specific processes and protocols for your location, successfully implementing them is… Continue reading →

Learning about the best practices of parking downhill is ideal because there will be a time in your life (if it hasn’t happened already) where you will need to safely park down a hill. The reality is that not all places are flat when it comes to street parking, and it might cause some anxiety if you are not entirely sure your vehicle is secure when nose down. Because there can be some pretty massive damages and injuries when not… Continue reading →

Knowing how to answer the question, “What is double parking?” is one of the core foundations of being a safe driver. Far too often, people double park due to the inability to find an open parking space quickly or within the timeframe they need. Sure, this can be an attractive option if you are in a rush, but it is an act that is punishable by law. Though the laws vary from state-to-state and by country, the chances of you… Continue reading →

If you are new to driving or have only ever parked along a street since you earned your license, you might be wondering what is off-street parking, exactly? Sure, the term itself is pretty self-explanatory, as it means parking a vehicle off the street, but it tends to be a bit more complicated than merely not parking along a roadside. To provide more insight into what this term entails, below you can read more about the different types of off-street… Continue reading →

Learning how close to a corner you are allowed to park and understanding the rules and regulations that apply is something that all licensed drivers should do. After all, just about every driver, both new and seasoned, has experienced the struggle of trying to find a parking space, making it quite enticing to grab that corner spot right next to a street corner or a driveway without a second thought. Before grabbing it, make sure that you are parking a… Continue reading →

For those researching how wide is a parking space, please note that the exact dimensions of a parking space are based on local factors and regulations, including the angle relative to the curb, parking lot traffic, and overall accessibility.   With a total of 105 million to 2 billion parking spaces in the United States alone, answering the loaded question of how wide is a parking space can be a bit complex. After all, even though the width of an… Continue reading →

Propark Mobility has assumed management responsibility of the parking operations at Apple’s Culver City offices in California. Propark manages a complex network of surface lots and garages supporting the Beats Electronics Headquarters. With an operation comprised of seven different buildings and parking approximately 300 cars per day, Propark handles the detailed complexities of a parking system situated in the dense Hayden Tract industrial section of Culver City. Propark provides parking and valet assist services, along with electric vehicle charging management. … Continue reading →