Does Long-Term Water Exposure in Parking Spaces Affect Cars?

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SanBrandon
07/30/25 2:56am
Yes, it does. Parking for extended periods on uneven surfaces can impact the chassis and suspension. The suspension system may experience uneven stress distribution on the higher side, which over time can affect shock absorber performance. Additionally, prolonged uneven stress may lead to chassis deformation. If the car is only parked overnight and driven during the day, the impact is relatively minor as the alternating conditions won't significantly affect the vehicle. However, continuous parking for more than three days may cause considerable effects. Below are specific standards for parking space dimensions: 1. Size Specifications: Standard parking space dimensions are mainly divided into large and small sizes. Large spaces measure 15.6 meters in length and 3.25 meters in width, suitable for medium and large vehicles. Small spaces measure 6 meters in length and 2.5 meters in width, suitable for compact vehicles. 2. Arrangement Styles: Parking spaces can be arranged in three configurations: parallel, angled (30°, 45°, or 60° inclination), and perpendicular. Large vehicle spaces should not use angled or perpendicular arrangements. Parallel spaces standardly measure 6 meters long and 2.5 meters wide. Angled spaces have a diagonal length of 6 meters and width of 2.8 meters, with perpendicular distance between lines maintained at 2.5 meters. Perpendicular spaces should be at least 5 meters long (typically 6 meters) and 2.5 meters wide, with 2.5×5.3 meters being the optimal standard size.
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