EV Charging

EVs and the New Geometry of Parking Facilities

During the past several years, a growing body of research has emerged focusing on electric vehicle (EV) weights as compared to those of internal-combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Although EV vehicles are indisputably heavier than their ICE equivalents, the implications of that added weight, along with other factors unique to EVs, are changing how we design parking facilities. As the adoption of EVs accelerates, we must reevaluate how we design for the change in structural loads as well as how we lay out these spaces to accommodate accessibility, fire safety, charging logistics, and future adaptability.

The Case for Creative Charging Solutions

Despite major investments, on-street electric vehicle charging in North America still struggles to keep pace with soaring demand and patchy infrastructure.

Revitalizing Reimagined Parking

New CEO Rick West plans to restore the focus of Reimagined Parking while guiding the company through an evolving industry landscape. By Jay Landers Rick West, the newly appointed chief executive officer (CEO) of parking giant Reimagined Parking Companies, is no stranger to the parking industry. His career spans more than 3 decades, beginning with […]

Charging Ahead With Confidence

Preparing a parking facility for electric vehicle charging requires a strategic power assessment to ensure sufficient electrical capacity and long-term scalability. By Jacob Gonzalez The transition to greater electric vehicle (EV) usage is accelerating, and institutions like universities, government agencies, and business complexes are increasingly recognizing the need to provide EV charging infrastructure. Among the […]

PHASE 1, Finished

The first phase of the new 5-level Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at the San Diego International Airport began operations in August   By Michael Pendergrass   In late August, phase 1 of the 5-level Terminal 1 (T1) Parking Plaza at the San Diego International Airport opened to the public. Comprising more than 2,800 stalls, the […]

Unlocking New Possibilities

How the Use of License Plate Recognition Technology Can Benefit Airport Visitors and Improve Airport Operations   By Mauricio Ochoa   Airport parking has long been a logistical headache for travelers and operators alike. The stress of finding a spot, dealing with traffic congestion, and ensuring security is universal and deeply felt. However, the introduction […]

Industry News … November 2024

ParkMobile, a provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America and part of EasyPark Group, announced a partnership with Flash, a provider of parking and electric vehicle charging solutions. ParkMobile and Flash are developing a unified network that simplifies the driver experience of finding, reserving, and paying for parking. This will allow the […]

Smarter Parking Makes for Smarter Cities

The Smart City Movement Begins to Benefit from the Increasing Sophistication of Parking Technology   By Jay Landers   Across the world, urban centers increasingly are collecting, analyzing, and acting on data in real time to optimize operations, reduce costs, and improve services. These “smart cities” often seek to develop innovative public policies that achieve such […]

Industry News … October 2024

The Verra Mobility Corporation, a smart mobility technology solutions provider, appointed Lin Bo as senior vice president of T2 Systems, a Verra Mobility company that specializes in parking management technology and services. Bo will report to David Roberts, Verra Mobility’s president and chief executive officer (CEO). Most recently, Bo served as general manager of FG […]

BREAKING NEWS – EXCLUSIVE: Flash Launches $85M Special Purpose Vehicle to Offer Flexible Payment Options

By Jay Landers   Austin, Texas, Sept. 5, 2024 – In what it bills as a first for the parking industry, parking and electric vehicle (EV) charging technology provider Flash has secured $85 million in debt financing to form a new special purpose vehicle (SPV) designed to offer clients an expanded range of flexible payment […]

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