Truck drivers running one of the busiest freight routes in the country will soon have expanded access to real-time parking information as smart parking technology continues to roll out across major interstates.
Streetline announced this week that its Truck Parking Information Management System and ParkerTruck mobile application are now operating in partnership with the Washington State Department of Transportation along Interstate 5. The I-5 corridor is one of the most heavily traveled freight routes in the United States, supporting both regional and long-haul operations along the West Coast.
The company shared details of the deployment in a media release issued Monday.
“Streetline’s TPIMS and ParkerTruck mobile app helps the state provide truck drivers with real-time and predictive information about parking space availability along the interstate,” the release stated.
How the System Works for Drivers
Streetline’s technology is designed to help drivers make parking decisions earlier in their trip rather than reacting at the end of their available hours. According to the company, the system delivers parking availability forecasts up to four hours before a driver reaches a rest area.
The release explained that the system “provides real-time parking availability forecasts to help truck drivers identify their parking options up to four hours before they reach the location. This helps ensure that drivers can reliably locate safe parking and that the state’s rest areas are optimized to full capacity.”
Along I-5, the system uses AI-enabled cameras and machine learning tools to track truck entries and exits at rest areas. Occupancy levels are calculated in real time and shared with drivers through digital highway message signs, Washington’s 511 traveler information system, and the ParkerTruck mobile app.
Streetline said the goal is to support safer trip planning, reduce shoulder and ramp parking, and limit unnecessary idling caused by drivers searching for available spaces.
Building on Earlier Interstate Deployments
The Washington deployment builds on a previous Streetline project along Interstate 10 in California and Arizona. That effort is part of a broader, multi-state I-10 corridor initiative focused on improving truck parking visibility across long freight routes.
Streetline positions the I-5 expansion as another step toward creating connected parking networks that span entire corridors rather than isolated rest areas.
Industry Reaction from the Road
Carriers operating in the region say access to accurate parking data can ease one of the most persistent stress points for drivers.
“Every truck driver knows the daily stress of exhausting their operating hours and finding a safe place to park. Streetline’s system along the I-5 is a clear game changer,” said Bill Aboudi, President of AB Trucking, a West Coast freight carrier praising the I-5 TPIMS initiative. “It gives peace of mind and helps carriers operate more efficiently while keeping our drivers safe. This is exactly the kind of smart investment states need to support the supply chain.”
Streetline’s Broader Strategy
Streetline’s leadership says freight corridors like I-5 highlight why smart parking technology is becoming a priority.
“The I-5 corridor is the backbone of West Coast freight movement,” said Taso Zografos, CEO of Streetline. “Our mission is to accelerate the deployment of advanced technology to help truck drivers smartly find parking easier and make our freight corridors more efficient and resilient. We have a lot of interest from private equity firms who see the value in smart parking and enabling the safe and secure movement of goods and services across the U.S.”
In addition to the I-5 rollout, Streetline announced the launch of what it described as the nation’s first public-private partnership model for truck parking availability systems. The approach is designed to allow state departments of transportation to test smart parking technology without upfront costs.
Public-Private Pilot Model for States
Under the new model, Streetline will work directly with state agencies during an evaluation period.
Through this approach, “Streetline will design, deploy, operate, and validate smart truck parking solutions at zero fee for an initial evaluation period, allowing states to gain hands on experience with real-world performance before making long-term investment decisions,” the company’s release stated.
At the end of the pilot period, agencies can choose to move forward with permanent deployment or discontinue participation without financial obligation.
“States have been asking for a way to move faster on truck parking solutions without increasing budget pressure or procurement risk,” said Zografos. “This low risk P3 model changes the equation. It allows agencies to demonstrate value first—using real data, real drivers, and real results—before committing taxpayer dollars.”
Streetline said it is currently seeking partners to participate in upcoming pilot projects as the company continues to expand its smart truck parking footprint.
Source: The Trucker
