Having moved from a place where driving is necessary to one where subway commutes are inevitable, I can say with complete honesty that I miss my car. The only good thing is that I no longer have to worry about parking.
Still, driving—and the inevitable parking that goes along with it—is an everyday activity for most people, so here are 39 different parking permutations, from rude parking notes to suspended parking lots, for you to enjoy.
38 Parking Permutations
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Rude Parking Notes
Novelty Parking Tickets Call People Lousy Drivers
36
Portable Parking Garages
'Vario Perfect Platinum' Motorhome is a Pimp Pad on Wheels
35
Floating Car Park
When Parking Lots Become Tourist Attractions
34
Giant Robot Imprisons Parked Cars
33
Siemens VDO Park Mate Automatically Parallel Parks Your Car
32
VW's High-Tech Parking Garage
31
Color-Wheel Cars
Henrik Amberla Will Have You 'Parking in Rainbows'
30
Meter Pops
Parking Meter Art by Mark Jenkins
29
Top Secret Parking
Underground Parking Spaces for 007 Enthusiasts in Big Cities
28
Micro Car Public Discounts
NYC Offers 2-for-1 Smart Car Parking Deal
27
Pay Parking Meters With Your Mobile Phone
Verrus Parking
26
Floating Parking Lots
Toyota Stores Unsold Cars On Carrier Ships At Port in Southern Sweden
25
Vertical Garages
The Space-Saving TAL-Vertipark Makes Parking Economical
24
Temporary Public Parkcycle
PARK(ing) Day
23
iPod Parking Lots
The 'Charging Station Valet' for Die-Hard Apple Lovers
22
Medieval Retail Developments
The Weilburg Rathaus Terraces Will Replace Parking Spaces
21
Parking Lot Excavations
Surprise Discovery at La Brea Tar Pits Yields 700 New Fossils
20
Luxury Car Elevators
CarLift Makes Your Patio Your Garage
19
Shady Solar Parks
The Solar Grove Provides Energy for Dell Headquarters and Shade for Visitors
18
Pink Parking
Car Parks Get Girly
17
Suspended Car Parking Lots
The LIFT
16
Heavenly Cyclers' Stations
Long Term Bike Parking Offers Both Safety and Comfort
15
Luxury Condo Car Elevators
‘En-Suite Sky Garage' Featured in Manhattan Condo Complex
14
Parking Lot Car Locators
Holographic Fireworks to Find Your Ride
13
Paper Craft Campaigns
Le Creative Sweatshop Makes You 'Think Outside the Parking Box'
12
Robotic Parking Garage Hits New York
11
Public Parking for Toy Cars
Ad Proves Hot Wheels Are As Lifelike as Their Full-Sized Brethren
10
Tailgating Contests
Parking Lot Transformers Compete for Maximum Tailgate Top Prize
9
Green Parking Spaces
The Santa Monica Civic Center Makes Own Energy
8
Pay-To-Park Bike Stations
Will the Mobis Secure Bike Module Discourage or Encourage Ecommuters?
7
People-Friendly Parking Garages
Multi-Story Veranda Car Park is Airy, Not Scary
6
Hidden Garages
Lamborghini Luxury Parking Spots
5
3-D Parking Garage Signs
4
Golden Car Blankets
Gilded 'Auto Garage' Parking Lot Project by Ines Tartler
3
Fashionista Parking Lots
Korea Gives Pink Parking Spaces to High Heeled Women
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Parking Spots for People
Springtime's 'Person Parking' Gives Street Space to Pedestrians
1
Reclaiming Paved Paradise
Parking Day Redefines Public Spaces
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Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles
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Electric Transportation Concepts
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Motor-Assisted Bicycle Racks
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Smart Fridge Vending Machines
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Digital Nomad Concept Cars
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Cubic Convertible Camping Vans
The Adria 'MODE' is Ready for Camping Trips in 30-Minutes
Smart Car Diffusers
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Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
Sink-Inspired Public Restrooms
This Public Washroom is Part of the Tokyo Toilet Project
Hitch-Style Camping Tents
The U-RANG 'HITCH-HOME' Offers an Alternative to Rooftop Tents
Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Cascade by Chris Min Has a Comfy Interior
Dormant Monolithic Architecture
This Space Features a Sensor-Activated Ground
Pop-Up Solar Panel Campers
The Ford Transit Custom Nugget Camper Van Has Space for Five
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Automated Vertical Car Parks
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Miniature Pod-Like Electric Chargers
The AUTEV is a Portable Robot that Charges Vehicles
Lifestyle-Conscious Transportation Pods
The KIA Pod Concept by Junseok Park Has Level 5 Autonomy
Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers
The Voltpost Provides Easy Access to EV Charging
Electric Glamping Vehicles
Taehyun Kim Designed This Compact Electric Vehicle, Called Haven
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Design-Conscious Tool Sets
The HOTO Tools Hand Tool Set Can Be Stored Anywhere
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Garden-Centering Urban Townhouses
This Vietnamese Home's Layout is Arranged Around an Inner Garden
All-in-One Car Camping Kits
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Mobile Office Concept Trucks
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Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Car Rental Expanses
Uber Rent Launches in Canada for Convenient Car Rental Experience
Vehicular Shipping Container Homes
The Conceptual Jeep Container Home Supports Off-Grid Living
Underwater Bicycling Parking Lots
Amsterdam Opens up a Large Underwater Lot at Centraal Station
In-Car Cupholder Upgrades
The 'Coolper' Ensures Drinks in a Cupholder Stay Heated or Cooled
Tech-Charging Valet Trays
The Courant MAG:3 Valet Tray Reduces Clutter in a Stylish Way
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
Low-Profile Car Storage Boxes
The Thule Arcos Attaches onto the Back of Any Vehicle
Horizontal Automotive Bike Racks
The KTOP Bike Rack Puts Bicycles on Their Side on the Roof
Anxiety-Alleviating Pet Hospitals
Melany McGillvray' Developed a Calming Pet Hospital Concept
Street Lamp Charging Stations
The 'EVIE' Lamppost EV Charger Maximizes Power Access
Urban Rental Scooter Systems
The 'City Wander' Portable Rental Scooter Concept is Space-Efficient
Automated EV Charging Robots
The EVAR Parky EV Recharging Robot Locates Vehicles and Powers Them
Minimalist Tech-Friendly Valet Boxes
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Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
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Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
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In-Car Napkin Holders
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Inviting Contemporary Auto Dealerships
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Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Modern Private Event Venues
Toronto's Third Place Emerges as a Prime Venue for Events in 2024/2025
Philosophical Residential Skyscrapers
Mercedes-Benz Places is Now Under Construction in Miami
Solar-Powered Autonomous Vehicles
The 'Ada' Autonomous Vehicle Concept is Passively Charged
Concise Reflection Journals
The Life Sentence Journal Challenges Users with 1 Sentence Entries
Wireless Automotive Charging Solutions
'ONE POINTECH' Creates Wireless Chargers for Micro Mobility
Recurring Grocery Delivery Features
Amazon Recurring Reservations Enhances Shopper Convenience
Microcation Planning Services
Going Places Travel Helps Plan the Perfect Short Vacation
Accessible Airport Aids
PriestmanGoode Boasts a "One-Person Autonomous Airport Vehicle"
Polite Driver Communication Lights
The Sorry Thanks Car Sign Helps Drivers Communicate Easily
Playful Public Seating Designs
The London Festival of Architecture Boasts a Series of Seats
Solar-Powered City Cars
Squad Mobility's SQUAD Car is a CES 2023 Innovation
Fast Food EV Chargers
Subway is Partnering with GenZ EV Solutions on Subway Oasis Charging Parks
Artistic Auto Showcases
The 20th BMW Art Car Was Unveiled at the Guggenheim Museum
Van-Compatible Bicycle Racks
The 'Slide&Go' Keeps Bikes Securely Fastened During Van Rides
Compact License Plate Mounts
This Accessory Helps Cyclists Avoid Being Pulled Over
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Energy Efficient Flat-Packed Cars
Luvly Presents the Luvly O that Ships Out Flat Packed
Festive Rooftop Parking Spots
Aldi Installed a Parking Space for Santa's Sleigh and Nine Reindeer
Experiential EV Charging Stations
The Porsche Charging Lounge Offers Drivers a High-End Pitstop
Museum-Run Car Design Courses
Petersen Automotive Museum Launches Online Courses
Accessible Subway QR Codes
Colorful QR Codes in New York's Subways Will Help People Navigate
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
Portable Autonomous Mini Marts
JUXTA's Nomad Offers Autonomous Mini Mart for EV Charging Stations
Contactless Car Wash Subscriptions
The 'FastLane' Subscription Can Be Accessed Through a Handy App
Checkout-Free Concession Lanes
Zippin Launches New Turnkey Self-Checkout Solution, 'Zippin Lane'
Flatpack Traffic Cones
The Conceptual 'Apiece' Traffic Cone by Chris Chang is Space-Saving
Smart Car Diffusers
The Philips OlfaPure 7300 Lets Drivers Match Scents to Their Moods
Underwater Bicycle Parking Garages
Wurk's Submerged Garage is Next to Amsterdam's Central Station
Automated Lane-Changing Car Features
GM Super Cruise Now Supports Handsfree Land Changes
Park-Navigating Map Updates
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Disaster-Prepared Electric Vans
Japanese Automaker HW Electro Unveils a Solar-Powered Electric Van
Building-Specific Charging Cooperatives
Elby Introduces a Solution for Charging Electric Cars
Colorful Social Housing Blocks
Gluck+ Completes the Van Sinderen Plaza Along a Subway Line
Pizza-Gifting Doormats
Pizza Hut's Reverse Delivery Doormat Gifts Pizza to Delivery Drivers
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps
Quiet Places Finder Helps People Locate Calm in the Big City
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Pole-Mounted EV Chargers
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Smart Parking Systems
Continental’s Radar Vision Parking Supports Software-Defined Vehicles
Retro-Inspired Free Wheeling Cars
Ford Presents the 2024 Bronco Sport Free Wheeling Vehicle
Delivery Rider Resting Stops
Chick-fil-A Unveils the Brake Room as a Rest Stop for Drivers
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
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AR E-Scooter Parking Apps
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Juxtaposing Garden Home Designs
Studio North Designs the Custom Garden Garage in Calgary
Magnetic Tool Organizers
The ToolBox Widget is Your Gateway to a Clutter-Free Workspace
On-Demand EV Charging Stations
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Eco-Friendly Navigation Features
Google Maps Allows Eco-Conscious Trip Planning
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
Vehicle-Focused App Updates
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Brand-Specific Trail-Finding Apps
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Festive Film Vehicles
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Comprehensive AI Trip Planners
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Accessible Driverless Public Buses
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Convenience Chain Golf Collections
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Elf-Inspired Cars
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AV-Operated Airport Rides
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Inflationary Meal Subscriptions
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Mapping Car Battery Support
Google Maps Rolls Out Battery and Charging Support for Electric Cars
Updated Map-Navigation Apps
The Waze App is Implementing a Slew of New Updated Features
Driverless Airport Parking Services
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Retailer EV Charging Initiatives
7-Eleven 7Charge is the Brand's Proprietary EV Charging Network
Airport-Navigation App Updates
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Hyper-Fast Charging Stations
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Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
AI-Powered Signage Apps
Parky AI Was Created for Understanding Confusing Montreal Traffic Signs
Crowdsourced Restroom Code Maps
Privy.NYC Offers Codes to Public Bathrooms in New York City
Free Gas Giveaways
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Interactive Sandwich Billboards
Subway's 3D Billboard Lets Onlookers Build Their Own Sub On-Screen
50s-Style Diner-Themed Drive-Ins
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Affordable Public Transport Initiatives
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Smart Car Coffee Pots
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Electric Ride-Share Partnerships
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Restaurant Discovery Websites
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Advanced Automotive Systems
Waze Gets its Own Built-in 'Renault' Car App for the First Time
Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services
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Venue-Specific Parking Solutions
Century II Adds ParkMobile's Digital Payment System to its Lots
Autobahn-Inspired Seating
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Taxi Round-Trip Services
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Urban Communal Dining Events
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Price-Friendly All-Electric Premium SUVs
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Vintage Hotel-Based Automobiles
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Mobile Weenie Wedding Chapels
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Swedish Electric Road Highways
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Weather-Metric Robot Taxis
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Knitted New York Subways
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Space-Saving Retail Signs
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