Smart Cities Are in Reach

February 27, 2025

By Steve Gorski Since the early 20th century, urban planners and others have advocated the concept of “smart cities,” referring to several key objectives aimed at improving the quality of life for citizens: reduced congestion and enhanced mobility, better energy management, more resilient and adaptive infrastructure, more efficient public services, and greater citizen engagement. However, […]

Parking Today Podcast Network Grows: “Harder Than It Looks” Joins the Lineup

February 20, 2025

By Parking Today staff Parking Today Media’s Parking Today Podcast Network is thrilled to welcome “Harder Than It Looks” as its newest member. Celebrated for its honest and practical approach to parking’s toughest challenges, this podcast — which is hosted by Brian Wolff, the president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Parker Technology — provides […]

Smart Parking Acquires Peak Parking To Enter U.S. Market

February 18, 2025

By Jay Landers Seeking to expand its operations into the U.S. market, Smart Parking Limited, a global provider of parking technology and management services, announced its acquisition of Austin, Texas-based Peak Parking for USD$36 million on February 17. With offices in the U.K., Germany, Australia, and New Zealand, Smart Parking provides such offerings as license plate […]

Remembering Donald Shoup (1938 to 2025)

February 12, 2025

By John Van Horn Editor’s note: Donald Shoup, the University of California at Los Angeles urban planning professor known for his calls for parking reform, died February 6, 2025, at the age of 86. When asked to describe himself, Don said he was a “parking evangelist.” He spent his time speaking about his ideas concerning […]

Compensation Counts in Elevating Parking Operations

January 31, 2025

Strategic pay policies coupled with clear expectations, training, and feedback create the engaged workforce needed for parking’s evolving demands. By Andrew Sachs The parking industry stands at a critical crossroads, confronting significant challenges and seizing new opportunities within an ever and rapidly evolving landscape. With shifting mobility patterns, rapid adoption of technological advancements, and corporate […]

Parking Prowess at the 1996 Olympics

January 31, 2025

Parking leaders from Atlanta’s 1996 Olympics reflect on the strategies and technologies that can shape Los Angeles’ success in 2028. By Ellis Miller In the summer of 1996, the world turned its gaze to Atlanta, Georgia, as it hosted the Summer Olympic Games. Behind the scenes, a monumental effort unfolded to manage the logistics of […]

A Parking Procurement Primer

January 31, 2025

Learn how to navigate the request for proposal process and choose the right approach for your parking technology needs. By Scott Petri Frequently, the acquisition of new parking technologies requires thoughtful planning to ensure that intended goals are met. Often this technology is cutting edge and will overlay existing infrastructure and software and will almost […]

Signal Success with Cellular Connectivity

January 31, 2025

Cellular connectivity enhances safety and efficiency in parking garages. By Stephen M. Kowal The U.S. has more than 2 billion parking spots for around 250 million cars. Although that may seem like enough to go around, in dense urban areas and other locations where providing ample parking is difficult, spots can be hard to come […]

Parking Industry Expo 2025: Where Innovation Meets Community in Parking’s Premier Event

January 31, 2025

The Parking Industry Expo (PIE) celebrates 25 years with expanded networking events, cutting-edge technology showcases, and innovative educational formats. By Parking Today staff As the parking industry continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, one constant has remained: the commitment of Parking Today Media’s Parking Industry Expo (PIE) to fostering connections, driving innovation, and building […]

Turning Data Into Parking Policy

January 31, 2025

Seattle and other cities use predictive data to allocate curb space for maximum effect. By Cole Jaillet Cities across North America are actively working to adapt to new curbside activities while ensuring safe and equitable access for their citizens. Significant progress has been made, but it has come with challenges. One of the more subtle […]

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