From the outside, you’d never think that people care much about parking. That is, until you manage a building attached to even a small number parking spots. Whether you control the whole parking area or a few spaces in a shared garage, people care passionately about parking position. And keeping everyone supplied with a spot and…
Becoming legally able to drive is one of the most exciting aspects of being a teenager. You probably remember the special hierarchy that forms based on who has a license, who has access to a car, and who can take people on rides to and from the park, mall, and each other’s houses. One of…
Since the meteoric rise of Airbnb opened the public’s eyes to what was already happening quietly in a few online communities, the sharing economy has revealed that there is a way to help out your neighbors and make money from almost everything. People are swapping tools, running errands for each other, providing moving services, dog…
Driving an RV is challenging in many ways. The most difficult part is finding parking for a big rig, and this fact can make travel days with a motorhome or travel trailer feel absolutely overwhelming for RV newbies. Fortunately, by knowing a few key pro tips, you can avoid the parking worries for the most part…
There is nothing quite like a family road trip to bring your little clan together. Sightseeing, laughter, and unexpected situations all come together to make memories that will last a lifetime. That said, traveling with kids is not all fun and games. As a parent, you likely already know about all the little surprises kids can throw…
Chicago has found such a unique way to hold parking spaces articles and pictures books have been created. It’s not only about avoiding the crackdown from “the man” every winter but outsmarting your neighbor along the way. Winter parking is upon us here in Chicago and it is not going away anytime soon. Furthermore, practicing…
FUND Conference: Chicago, Il. October 26, 2017 It is that time of the year to connect the latest and greatest companies/investors with early stage and growing startups. The FUND Conference has been a staple of innovation in the previous years, partnering with the future as well to shine light on the best and brightest for…
Anytime is a good time for a road trip. After all, who doesn’t love speeding hours in the car singing at the top of their lungs with friends or giggling at the ridiculous billboards they just passed? From sketchy gas stations to delicious local eateries, there is just something charming about traveling by car, and…
There’s nothing more exhilarating than taking to the open road with nothing but miles of highway and thousands of potential little stops between you and your destination. You can do a straight burn with the help of caffeine and your favorite playlist or stop every ten hours for a relaxing stay in a local bed…
Back to school season is in full swing–and with it, a host of parking woes for many students. These early days are among the most difficult in many semesters, but other students find that finding parking is no easier as the semester rolls on. If you’re struggling with any of these common parking problems, however,…
There’s nothing more luxurious than having a parking space on campus that you don’t even need–or want–to use. While many students are struggling to find a place to park their cars, you have a parking space that’s just sitting there! In some cases, that’s great for you. When you or a friend or family member…
There’s nothing worse than trying to find parking on campus–especially if you’re a commuter running late for your first class of the day. You scrape into the parking lot, hoping that you’ll be able to find a space close to the building where your class is located. Unfortunately, every spot in the lot is full–and…
Innovative auto companies are manufacturing cars that park themselves, but what about cars that find their own spots? Wouldn’t that be an innovative way to solve street parking frustrations? Currently apps alert drivers to available spots but if engineers, urban architects and developers get their way those apps will only be part of an entirely…
During the winter, you know exactly how beneficial ParqEx can be. After all, it’s the best way to find a parking space close to your location so that you don’t find yourself freezing before you walk to your destination! During the summer, in the warm weather, however, ParqEx has a number of other benefits that…
In recent years, Chicago has begun making a name for itself as a hub for new “internet of things” (IoT) technologies. One after another, new IoT technologies continue to emerge from the Windy City, and because of this, we can honestly say that this is an exciting time to be alive.