The Car Park of the Future: Vision or Fantasy?

Do you remember flying cars, the integral part of futuristic visions that unfortunately have not found their way in our everyday lives, yet? Should we dismiss the idea of a futuristic parking lot as just another science fiction dream? Consumers are the ultimate barometer of innovation. Their preferences will ultimately determine our future – and the future of parking. In the fourth article of our series about the Riverty survey “Future of Parking”, we think outside the box imagining a parking garage that is truly according to the customer's wishes.

Pros & Cons of Parking Barriers: Is There a Better Way?

Imagine a world where parking isn't a source of frustration. No more scrambling for loose change, fumbling with tickets, or getting stuck behind someone struggling with a malfunctioning barrier. Here, a technology-driven solution is revolutionizing the parking experience in Europe, Free-Flow Parking. As the world of parking is changing, so are the consumer preferences for flexible cash-less payment methods. But how can traditional parking barriers, such as gates or ticket machines, keep pace with modern parking requirements? The third article in our series on the Riverty “Future of Parking” survey looks at the pros and cons of parking barriers and the impact on users and parking operators alike.

Free-Flow Parking in Europe: Trends & Adaptation

In the dynamic realm of urban mobility, parking has long been a crucial yet often overlooked aspect. As cities continue to expand and transportation patterns evolve, traditional parking methods are struggling to keep pace, leading to congestion, frustration, and a diminished parking experience. Amidst this changing landscape, a new wave of parking solutions is emerging based on a changing preference in payment technology. One that is changing the way we park and interact with our urban spaces: Free-Flow Parking. The second article of our series about Riverty's survey the "Future of Parking” is looking at the trends and the adaptation of Free-Flow Parking in Europe.

How do consumers prefer to pay for their parking tickets?

Small change? Mobile or card payment? Modern methods of payment are challenging traditional ways of paying. At the same time, the options for paying for parking are now more diverse than ever. But progress is not gaining the upper hand everywhere in Europe. And there are various reasons for this. The findings of the survey commissioned by Riverty about the Future of Parking reveal a fascinating story of regional divides, with some clinging to tradition or habits with cash payments and others embracing the digital revolution with Free-Flow Parking solutions. The first article in our blog series attempts to answer the question: How do consumers prefer to pay for parking?

ANPR technology for seamless parking operations and cashless transactions

Introducing ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition): The revolutionary technology that boost your profits, improve your operations, and enhance the customer experience.

What is ANPR? (Automatic Number Plate Recognition)

Let's delve into what ANPR technology is and explore its wide-ranging applications across different sectors.

This technology is needed to get started with a camera parking solution

Have you read my post from last week where I explained Free-flow parking and the benefits it offers to parking operators? I didn’t dive into the technical details, so you might still have questions about the actual technology. No worries – I’ve got you covered!

Free-flow parking: A profitable and efficient solution for your parking business

After working with innovative tech and payment solutions for parking for many years, I'm always looking for exciting new ways to improve the parking experience for operators and customers alike. Free-flow parking was an absolute game-changer when it entered the Norwegian market in 2017, and it continues to expand and provide parking operators across the world with business growth and opportunities.

Peer-to-peer sharing: Unlock the opportunity of community

The beginnings of peer-to-peer (P2P) music sharing were humble. But a lot has changed since Napster became a global phenomenon. Apart from the fact that most P2P models are now legal, the most interesting shift is in the category of goods and services shared.