Solving the Driving and Parking Dilemma in Urban Areas
As populations of urban areas become denser, traffic becomes more problematic. In Paris alone, 30% of all traffic congestion is the result of drivers searching for parking spots. Car owners in urban areas understand the risks and expense of parking a car in a city; from high priced garages to expensive parking tickets, (the average cost of a parking ticket in New York City is currently $125) which is where concepts like SmartGrains come in, technologies such as these help reduce the hassle and travel time for urban drivers.
Wireless sensors like the SmartGrains aim to reduce carbon emissions caused by traffic congestion by alerting drivers of available parking spots. These alerts are sent via text, mobile application or a website in real time and are highlighted on a map of the general area. The map can be zoomed or expanded to show the number of parking spots in any given location.
Do you drive in an urban heavy traffic area? If so, are there any technologies you rely on to find a parking space? Tell us about them below.
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