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Australian parking spaces are too small for larger modern trucks, prompting calls to update standards.
In Australia, standard parking spaces measuring 5.4 meters long by 2.4 to 2.6 meters wide, set in 1993 for older vehicles, are being challenged by modern, larger US-made pickup trucks like the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado HD, which often exceed 6 meters in length and 3,700 kg in weight.
These vehicles struggle to fit in existing spaces, prompting officials to consider updating parking standards.
While car park ceilings remain around 2 meters, risks from inaccurate signage and overhead obstructions persist.
Heavier vehicles are also prompting structural reviews of multi-storey parking facilities.
Though no changes have been implemented, the need for updated dimensions is growing due to evolving vehicle sizes.
Los espacios de estacionamiento australianos son demasiado pequeños para los camiones modernos más grandes, lo que ha provocado que se pidan que se actualicen los estándares.