Is it normal to be anxious about parking?

Although parking may not be the first thing that comes to mind when listing off the top stressors in life, it's surprisingly common in daily routines. Parking anxiety can manifest when heading to the office during rush hour, going to a Saturday evening gig or even just visiting a shopping centre.



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Before you hit the road, book a parking space so that there's a spot waiting for you. This completely removes the anxious anticipation of not being able to find a parking space. Usually, parking spaces are cheaper than you would imagine - and much less costly than a parking ticket!

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“Parking anxiety” might sound dramatic but it is more common than you would think. It stems from the uncertainty of whether you will find a parking spot once you reach your destination. Will I have to go around and around not knowing where to park?

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Nearly half (48%) of Americans consider parking their car to be a stressful event, according to a new survey from SpotHero. Stress behind the wheel is a safety concern and fleet drivers are hardly immune.

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Pretend you're alone when parking Trying to park in a busy car park or in a parallel space on the road can feel even scarier when people are waiting. Focus on simply getting into the space as safely as possible, put your indicator on to let them know what you're doing then pretend that there's no one else there.

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Parking lot walking surfaces may have speed bumps, parking bumpers, pot holes, utilities covers, storm drainage grates, standing water, or other surface elevation changes that may lead to a trip and fall.

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Since parallel parking spots are often in high-traffic areas, it's understandable that 24% of drivers are worried about slowing down others as they maneuver into their space. The second most common fear of hitting another car could leave significant damage or even injure someone.

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