What to Do When a Parked Car Blocks the Way and the Owner Cannot Be Contacted?

[StTalia]

A reliable method is to call 12122, provide the license plate number, and the traffic police department in the owner's district or county will be directly notified. If it is confirmed that the other party is illegally parked, you can call 110 to request a tow truck. It is recommended to use this method only as a last resort. You can ask the property management to purchase a "car moving tool," also known as a manual car dolly. When a car is blocking the way, the property management can step in and use the "car moving tool" to move the car with just one person.

[DelRyder]

Last time my car was blocked at the neighborhood entrance, I tried three methods directly: First, I walked around the car twice to look for a phone number, as many people now place a parking card at the lower corner of the front windshield. If there wasn’t one, I called 114 to report the license plate number and get connected to the owner—this trick works especially well for local plates. If all else failed, I used the one-click move car feature in the Traffic Management 12123 app, uploading two photos for the system to automatically contact the owner. While waiting, don’t just stand there anxiously; go buy a bottle of water from a nearby convenience store and sit down—it usually gets resolved within twenty minutes. Never act impulsively by smashing or scratching the car, as you might end up in trouble if the police get involved and find you at fault. It’s also a good idea to leave your phone number on the dashboard when parking—being considerate to others is being considerate to yourself.

[VonKai]

When encountering a blocking vehicle, first check if it can be moved. For manual transmission cars, shift to neutral, release the handbrake, and ask two or three neighbors to help push it half a meter to create space. If no one is around, contact the property management to check the surveillance footage and vehicle registration information, as residential vehicle systems are now networked. In urgent cases, call 122 to report to the police, clearly describing the location and license plate number—traffic police can contact the owner through registration details. Remember to take photos of the license plate and the scene with your phone for backup. Actually, the biggest concern in such situations is delaying important matters. Last time, I was late taking my child to school because of a blocked car, so now I always keep a magnetic car-moving phone sign in my vehicle, which can be easily attached to the door when needed.

[VanEmily]

When encountering a car blocking the way in an office building's underground garage, I directly contact the security guards as they have car movers and universal key cards. Try turning on your phone's Bluetooth to check if the car has internet connectivity—some new energy vehicle apps allow remote control. If contact can't be established, check through the insurance company; the compulsory traffic insurance sticker on the windshield has the policy number, and calling customer service with this number can connect you to the owner. After being blocked before an important meeting once, I developed the habit of parking during off-peak hours. The success rate of using the 12123 APP for car moving is over 80%, and remember to include environmental reference points when taking photos.

[MargaretDella]

Don't get angry when blocked by a parked car. I usually follow four steps: Check if there's a contact card at the windshield corner; Use the local WeChat service account to find the 'car relocation' function; Contact the mall service desk for a broadcast announcement; Only as a last resort, call the police. Take timestamped photos of the front and rear of the vehicle to avoid disputes. Once got stuck in a narrow alley for two hours - now I always leave my phone number under the wiper blade. In old residential areas, keep a car relocation tool handy - a dolly-like device that can lift and shift tires. Being considerate ultimately pays off.

[JosieFitz]

When encountering a blocking car, I usually check if there's anyone inside first, as some owners might be shopping nearby. Using the 'Urban Services' feature in WeChat, I enter the license plate number and location, and the system automatically sends a text reminder. Contacting the property management to check registered phone numbers is faster than calling the police. Previously, calling 12580 to report the license plate and find the owner worked, but now it mainly relies on the 12123 APP. If I really can't wait, I ask neighbors to help push the car—manual transmission cars can be pushed half a meter by releasing the handbrake. After being blocked in an emergency lane once, I always engrave my phone number on a metal tag and hang it on the rearview mirror, ensuring it stays legible even in wind and rain.