People’s Parking Habits Revealed By Survey
Have you ever headed out to work or an event but you’re hit with car parking anxiety as soon as you make it to the parking lot? Yes, it’s a real thing. Just Park reported that parking anxiety is caused by anticipating a situation where you don’t find parking or not being able to park when you do find a space. Park Mobile, a parking platform, took it a step further and looked into different parking and parking lot stats. They surveyed 2,000 consumers to better understand the state of parking. Their study revealed some interesting facts about people and their parking habits.
Many of us know the feeling of circling a venue, hoping to find a parking space to end up parking in Narnia. Their survey revealed that 75% of us have skipped a social event because we knew parking would be a hassle. They also found that 88% of us try to avoid paying for parking altogether. We’ll drive around for an average of 10 minutes looking for an open spot that’s free before paying to park. But people are willing to pay for parking if they can reserve a spot ahead of time. Luckily, for them, many apps offer that service.
More than half of us have used public transportation or rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft to avoid dealing with parking. The study mentions that Gen Z is more likely than other generations to choose public transportation or ridesharing apps to avoid parking. On the other hand, older millennials around 35 to 44 who use public transportation often are more likely to pay for parking.
People want consistency with parking.
“Inconsistent rules and parking payment systems increase difficulty for drivers and disincentivize engaging with parking infrastructure,” the parking platform said. If paid parking ensured improved transportation, including improved bike lanes, 70% of respondents would be willing to pay. Additionally, the survey highlights that almost half of respondents (46%) are unaware that free parking is funded through local resident taxes and 64% of respondents would be more willing to pay for parking if it meant lower taxes.
Check out more parking habits and stats of people here.
Roadside Frustrations: 8 Most Annoying Habits Of Other Drivers
The Lane Hogger
You know the type. They leisurely cruise along in the left lane, seemingly oblivious to the growing line of cars behind them. They show no intention of moving over, despite signs clearly indicating slower traffic should keep right. It’s as if they believe they own that lane and everyone else is just passing through.
The Indecisive Merge Master
You’re approaching a merging lane, diligently signaling your intention to merge, when suddenly you spot them—the driver who can’t seem to commit to either accelerating to merge or slowing down to let you in. They teeter on the edge of indecision, causing a chaotic dance of hesitant maneuvering that disrupts the flow of traffic.
The Tailgater
We’ve all encountered the driver who seemingly has a vendetta against personal space. They ride your bumper with an intensity that could rival a race car driver. Whether they’re running late or simply have a persistent need to assert dominance, their tailgating antics create an anxiety-inducing experience.
The Incessant Honker
Honking is meant to be a communication tool, a gentle reminder to draw attention to potential dangers or to express gratitude. However, a special breed of drivers wield their horns like a weapon of mass annoyance. They honk at the slightest inconvenience, from a fraction-of-a-second delay at a green light to a cautious pedestrian exercising their right of way.
The Distracted Doodler
We’re all aware of the dangers of distracted driving, yet some individuals choose to engage in activities outside the confines of a moving vehicle. From applying makeup and eating full meals to scrolling through social media or engaging in animated conversations, these drivers treat their cars as mobile living rooms. Their lack of focus puts us all at risk, and we can’t help but wonder if they have forgotten that driving requires undivided attention.
The Fast Lane Snail
The left lane, aka the fast lane, is meant for, well, going fast. But there’s always that one driver who decides to take a leisurely Sunday drive right there, blocking everyone else behind them. This forces other drivers to undertake risky maneuvers to overtake them, leading to frustration and potentially dangerous situations.
The Traffic Rule Ignorer
Traffic rules exist for a reason. To maintain order, safety, and efficiency on the roads. However, some drivers seemingly view these rules as mere suggestions. They run red lights, ignore stop signs, and make illegal U-turns with complete disregard for the potential consequences. Their actions create chaos and put everyone around them at risk.
The Turn Signal Skippers
It’s like these drivers believe that turn signals are optional car accessories. They change lanes or make turns without a single blinker in sight, leaving the rest of us to play mind readers and guess their next move.
