How parking affects urban mobility

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Over the decades, the evolution of urban mobility has directly impacted not only the quality of travel but also the quality of life of everyone living in urban areas—especially those who are socioeconomically vulnerable. In the search for alternatives that can make travel more comfortable, safe, and efficient, managing automobile use combined with improving access to public transit, walking, and cycling is essential. But how does the supply of car parking spaces negatively affect mobility?

First, it is crucial to understand that any infrastructure dedicated to automobiles will, invariably, stimulate their use. Consequently, much like increasing street space for driving, providing spaces to park cars also directly influences the choice to drive.

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Cite: Brasil, ITDP. "How parking affects urban mobility" [Como os estacionamentos afetam a mobilidade urbana] 07 Jul 2026. ArchDaily. (Trans. Baratto, Romullo) Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1131990/how-parking-affects-urban-mobility> ISSN 0719-8884
Parking lot in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Image: ITDP

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