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Airport parking tips to save money and time

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Airport parking tips to save money and time When you need to fly out and use your personal car to get to the airport it means you have to make some decisions about airport parking. There are several options for parking your car before your flight. First, you need to decide between parking your car at the airport or at one of the car parking companies with facilities next to it. If you don’t want to spend a fortune, choosing airport parking means spending time to search not only for an empty space but also for a better price. The whole experience can be extremely stressful, especially when you’re in a hurry to catch your flight. That is why The Travel Bunny has come up with this article that should help you choose airport parking easier. What you should know about airport parking It’s best to  leave home early  and plan to arrive at the airport at least one hour earlier than reporting time. Sometim...

What's the difference between a parking brake and a service brake?

What's the difference between a parking brake and a service brake? The parking brake is the brake that is designed to "hold" the vehicle. The service brake is the system that is designed to slow down the vehicle and bring it to a stop. Parking brakes are also referred to as "emergency" brakes although , in an emergency they would never slow down a vehicle in a safe manner. The service brake is activated every time you step on the brake pedal and it distributes the braking force hydraulically to the front and rear wheels. 75% front and 25% rear, on average. The parking brake is typically cable operated and applies force to either dedicated brake shoes inside the rear rotor or, through the piston in the calliper. It can be operated by a separate pedal or a hand lever, usually located between the front seats. Electric parking brakes have a switch as in newer vehicles with electric actuators on the rear wheels. ( electric parking brakes are a very bad idea...

Stopping vs parking. What’s the difference?

Stopping vs parking. What’s the difference? Some signs prohibit parking while others prohibit stopping and parking. It sounds simple but are you sure you really know the difference between stopping and parking? Here is a short explanation that could be useful: Stopping Your vehicle will be considered "stopping" only if you stop for the purpose of getting people in or out or when loading or unloading goods. The duration of the stop is actually not taken into account in the difference between stopping and parking. If you load/unload goods, your vehicle will always be considered as stopped even if it takes you more than an hour. The highway code indicates that the stop is found for a vehicle that does  not stop longer than necessary  to perform the loading/unloading or in/out of people. Once you have finished what you stopped for, your vehicle will be considered "parked". Parking Your vehicle will be considered "parked" if you sto...

How to save money on airport parking

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How to save money on airport parking Book your airport parking in advance . However, make sure you shop around first and compare the prices to get the best deal. Lots of parking companies use dynamic price systems, with costs rising the closer you get to your departure date. If you don’t book in advance, you can end up paying a small fortune on the day. Another advantage of booking your airport parking in advance is that you’ll have your parking spot secured. During high season travel, most car parks are full. It would be a pity to lose your flight while you’re driving around searching for parking.   So, book your airport parking in advance to secure your spot! You could always opt for short term parking at the airport, too. In that case, be ready to spend a lot of money on parking, perhaps even more than you did on your plane tickets! How does meet and greet parking work? Meet and Greet parking is chauffeur/valet p...

How multi-level parking benefits cities?

How multi-level parking benefits cities? A multi-level parking system results in optimum space utilization as multiple cars can be parked in the same amount of space. It also comes with lower maintenance, operational, and construction costs. It is also environment-friendly as it leaves more open spaces for landscaping and greenery. By parking in specified areas, cars no longer block crucial roads, thus reducing traffic congestion. Moreover, such a system also enhances the security of the vehicles. With many households now having more than one vehicle, basement parking or a dedicated garage are not able to accommodate all of them. When the basement gets full, residents are forced to park their vehicle on the road, which compromises security and adds to congestion. As a solution, many residential societies in USA are now offering multi-level car parking to residents. This helps in effective utilization of available space and gives residents the flexibility to use the facility ...