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More reasons to park in a public parking garage

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Public parking garages such as Boston’s Dock Square Parking Garage have provided more than just parking spaces for motorists everywhere. These structures have proven quite efficient, especially in busy cities with high vehicle traffic. Image source: parkme.com Image source: greenbiz.com Oft-underappreciated, public parking garages have allowed motorists who work in these cities but live in areas outside these cities, to come over, park their cars, and find alternative transportation from there on out. Over the years, public parking garages have developed better security systems to put the minds of patrons at ease. From adding more CCTV cameras to better lighting, parking in a public garage has never been safer. And there’s still the added benefit of having an all-day and all-night staff securing the premises. Another huge advantage public parking garages offer is protection for the car from the elements. Since most public parking garages are partially enclosed s...
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Tips on driving safely in parking lots

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It can prove quite the challenge to look for a space in parking lots, as they’re often very congested and busy. You should employ safe-driving techniques as you scour both lots and covered garages for that prized space or depart from it, even if many are becoming more automated and staffed 24 hours a day. opolaw.com The first advice is to remember to slow down, as other drivers and obstructions pose the biggest risks when maneuvering to a parking spot. You may be in a hurry or get frustrated when slots are few, but these do not mean being complacent. Slow down and be extra aware of your car’s distance from drivers behind and in front or those about to leave their spots, so you’d have more space to react. theodysseyonline.com Be smart about where you will park and how you are going to park. This effectively  minimizes any car damage and risk of a potential accident. Again, look for any obstruction that can damage or scratch your car, from a left-behind sho...
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Parking and beyond: Important car considerations for winter

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Winter is here. The favorite season for a lot of Americans, winter can be a lot of fun, with the proper preparation. On that note, Dock Square Parking Garage has come up with a shortlist of how to keep the car ready for the winter cold. This is especially important for car owners who live in areas that are particularly cold and have snow during the winter months. Image source: pexels.com Image source: pexels.com Tires : Of course, safety always comes first. When the cold sets in and snow begins to fall, motorways become perilous for vehicles because of the ice. Cars on regular tires have been known to slip and slide on these roads during this time, which is why a change to winter tires is necessary. For new car owners in such areas, investing in winter tires is a must, to keep themselves and their passengers safe. Fluids and batteries : In places where the winter can become especially harsh, the vital fluids of the car could freeze up. Oil viscosity may also...
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