The Parkadoo blog
Parking, car sizes, and making city driving less stressful.
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How much have cars grown? The Mini and Smart story
Modern cars have quietly supersized. Using the classic Mini and the Smart range, we show just how much bigger "small" cars have become — and what it means for parking.
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The biggest and smallest cars for UK parking (and which don't fit)
From the 2.7 m Smart ForTwo to the near-6 m Rolls-Royce Phantom, we line up the extremes against a standard 2.4 × 4.8 m UK parking bay — and flag the cars that spill over the lines.
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Are supercars really hard to park?
Supercars look like a parking nightmare — but many are shorter than a family hatchback. We check the numbers on the Bugatti Chiron, Veyron and Lotus Elise against a standard UK bay.
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Reverse parking vs forward parking — which is actually easier?
Reversing into a bay feels harder, but the geometry says otherwise. Here's why backing in is usually easier and safer, and when driving in nose-first makes more sense.
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What is a car's turning circle — and why it matters for parking
A car's turning circle decides how easily it slots into a space. Here's what the number means, what's a good figure, and why two similar-looking cars can park so differently.
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Are SUVs harder to park?
SUVs have surged in popularity — but are they actually harder to park than a normal hatchback? Not necessarily. Here are the five things that really decide it.
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7 little cars that are big on personality and easy to park
Tight spots, narrow streets and big cars don't mix. Here are seven small cars that shine in the city — easy to park, and full of character.
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Are parking spaces too small for modern cars?
UK parking bays were sized decades ago, but cars keep getting bigger. Here's what that means for overhang, damage and fines — and how to check your car fits.