According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), its Truck Parking Diaries research found that drivers gave up an average of 56 minutes of available driving time per day to secure parking. ATRI estimated that the lost time represented about 9,300 revenue-earning miles and roughly $4,600 in annual wages at the compensation levels used when the research was published. Those dollar figures are dated, but the study shows why the cost of parking extends beyond the price posted at a truck stop or private lot.

The Bigger Loss Can Happen Before the Search Begins

The 56-minute figure does not mean drivers spend nearly an hour driving around looking for parking each day. It reflects the amount of available driving time lost because of parking, including time given up by ending the day early to secure a legal parking space before lots fill.

For a mileage-paid driver, that distinction matters. A truck parked with time remaining on the clock is no longer accumulating paid miles, yet pushing farther down the road can create a different problem if the next viable parking option is full. The financial decision is therefore tied to when a driver stops, not simply how long it takes to find an open space.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has identified parking shortages along heavily traveled freight corridors including I-95 and I-81 in the East, I-70, I-40 and I-10 across the country, and I-5 in the West. Congestion and delivery schedules can make the situation less predictable because a delay earlier in the trip may change where a driver reaches the end of the available driving window.

Extra Parking Miles Do Not Move the Load

When the planned stop is full, the next option may require another exit, a return to the interstate or additional miles to a different facility. Those miles still consume diesel and add mileage to the truck, but they do not move the load closer to delivery.

The expense will be different for every operation, so there is no credible universal dollar amount to assign to a parking search. Fuel price, truck fuel economy, maintenance cost and the distance traveled all change the calculation. For an owner-operator, however, the distinction between loaded miles and miles driven solely to find a place to stop is worth tracking.

A simple way to measure the effect is to record parking-search mileage for several weeks. Separating those miles from the rest of the trip gives an owner-operator an actual number to use when comparing the cost of searching with paid or reserved parking options.

Parking Pressure Is Not Equal Everywhere

Research from the Federal Highway Administration shows why a nationwide space count does not tell the whole story. Parking demand changes by freight corridor, time of day and the type of facility available. A space also has to be in a location that works with the driver’s route and remaining hours to be useful.

The mismatch becomes visible when designated spaces fill. Unofficial truck parking on freeway ramps, shoulders, local roads and other locations, with activity concentrated during evening and overnight hours was also identified. FHWA’s survey of state motor carrier safety officials found that 49 percent of identified unofficial parking locations were on freeway ramps and 27 percent were on shoulders.

That creates another cost that is harder to put on a spreadsheet. Reaching the end of a driving window without a suitable space can leave a driver choosing among options that may be farther from the route, less convenient or not intended for overnight truck parking.

Better Information Can Make the Remaining Spaces More Useful

Adding capacity is one part of the parking equation, but knowing where space exists also matters. Several states have deployed Truck Parking Information Management Systems that use sensors or vehicle counts to estimate available spaces and send that information to drivers through highway signs, websites, apps and other systems. The Federal Highway Administration has documented deployments across states including Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Reservable private parking adds another option when a driver wants to know where the day will end before reaching the final stretch of the trip. Truck Parking Club is a nationwide marketplace for instantly reservable truck and trailer parking and storage, with hourly, daily, weekly and monthly options at participating commercial properties such as trucking terminals, warehouses, repair shops and storage facilities.

Through the CDAI Powered by TDUSA partnership with Truck Parking Club, TDUSA readers can receive $20 off their first booking with promo code TDUSA20 when they reserve through the TDUSA Truck Parking Club link here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I calculate what parking searches are costing my operation?

Track the miles driven specifically while looking for parking, then multiply those miles by your operating cost per mile. If parking also causes an early shutdown, keep that separate so you can see both the direct operating expense and the potential effect on revenue-producing miles.

Which interstate corridors have documented truck parking pressure?

The Federal Highway Administration has identified major freight corridors including I-95, I-81, I-70, I-40, I-10 and I-5 among areas where states and industry stakeholders have reported parking challenges. Conditions vary by location and time, so a corridor-level shortage does not mean every parking facility along that interstate is consistently full.

How do state truck parking availability systems know whether spaces are open?

According to the Federal Highway Administration, Truck Parking Information Management Systems can use cameras, in-ground sensors, radar, infrared equipment or systems that count vehicles entering and leaving a facility. The processed information can then be distributed through dynamic highway signs, mobile apps, websites or in-cab systems.

Is reserving a parking space always cheaper than searching for free parking?

Not necessarily. The answer depends on the reservation price and what the alternative costs on that particular trip. Comparing the fee with extra fuel, non-revenue miles and available drive time gives a more useful picture than comparing the parking prices alone.

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Last Updated: October 6, 2026

Source: ATRI, Federal Highway Administration

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Where You Park Matters

Choosing where to end the day can influence how vulnerable a truck and trailer are while unattended. Well-lit locations with regular activity, controlled access, and clear visibility generally provide more security than isolated areas with limited traffic.

Before shutting down, take a few minutes to evaluate the property. Damaged fencing, poor lighting, unsecured entrances, or suspicious activity may be signs that another legal parking location is worth considering if available.

Small Security Steps Can Prevent Bigger Problems

Once the truck is parked, a few simple precautions can make theft more difficult. Industry experts recommend using high-security trailer locks when appropriate, securing landing gear on dropped trailers, and keeping shipping paperwork, bills of lading, and other cargo documents out of plain sight. Those documents can provide valuable information about the freight and its destination.

The same approach applies before accepting load updates. Verifying dispatch changes, pickup numbers, and delivery instructions through trusted company contacts can help reduce the risk of freight fraud involving stolen identities or fictitious carriers.

Long Stops Create More Opportunity for Theft

Time can also work in a thief’s favor. It is widely advised to try to reduce the amount of time loaded equipment sits unattended whenever possible because extended weekends and holiday periods often leave trailers parked longer while businesses operate with reduced staffing.

Parking with a plan, limiting unnecessary stops, and selecting locations that provide better visibility all help reduce exposure while a truck is off the road.

Another Tool Drivers Can Add to Their Trip Planning

Knowing where you’ll park before reaching the end of your shift can eliminate the uncertainty of searching for an available space after nearby lots have filled. Truck Parking Club is a nationwide marketplace for reservable truck and trailer parking at participating trucking terminals, warehouses, repair shops, storage facilities, and other commercial properties across the United States.

Whether the goal is reducing time spent searching for parking or securing a space before arriving in an unfamiliar area, reservable parking gives drivers another option when planning a trip. Through the CDAI Powered by TDUSA partnership with Truck Parking Club, TDUSA readers can receive $20 off their first booking by using promo code TDUSA20 when reserving through the TDUSA Truck Parking Club link here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does cargo theft most often occur?

According to the FBI, cargo theft commonly occurs at truck stops, parking lots, roadside parking areas, drop lots, and other locations where loaded trailers are left unattended.

What information should drivers keep out of sight?

The FBI recommends securing shipping paperwork and cargo documents because they may reveal valuable information about the load and its destination.

Why do long holiday weekends increase cargo theft risk?

CargoNet reports that loaded equipment often remains unattended longer during holiday periods while some facilities operate with reduced staffing, creating additional opportunities for theft.

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Last Updated: September 25, 2026

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The key is separating places that actually accommodate a tractor-trailer from places that simply have showers. Checking parking, shower access, and any additional fees before making a detour can help avoid arriving somewhere that will not work with the truck.

Check Independent Truck Parking Facilities

Some independent truck-parking properties combine commercial vehicle parking with showers and other amenities, making them one of the more practical alternatives to a traditional truck stop.

A Truck Parking Club property in Red Bay, Alabama, for example, lists truck-and-trailer parking along with showers that are free for parked drivers. The property also provides 24-hour restroom access.

Another truck-and-trailer parking property in Jefferson, South Carolina lists free showers among its amenities and allows oversized vehicles.

Free shower access is not universal. A Clarion, Pennsylvania, parking location lists paid showers, restrooms, and laundry, while a Watervliet, Michigan, property also lists paid showers and laundry alongside truck-and-trailer parking.

There are properties where more amenities are bundled together as well. Truck-and-trailer parking in Escanaba, Michigan, lists free showers, laundry and a driver lounge on-site.

Amenities differ from one property to another, so check the current listing before arriving rather than assuming every location offers showers.

Search for the Parking First

When traveling with a tractor-trailer, starting with legal truck parking can make the search easier. Instead of locating a public shower and then trying to determine where the truck can go, look for truck-parking properties and check which ones include showers.

Truck Parking Club is one resource that includes individual amenity information on its property listings. Showers may be identified as free or paid, while other listings can include restrooms, laundry, and additional facilities.

Starting with the parking also eliminates many options that look useful in a general search but are not practical with a semi. A gym or fitness center may have showers without having a parking lot where a tractor-trailer is permitted.

Gyms Can Work When the Truck Is Already Parked

Gyms become a different type of option when the truck is already legally parked, and the facility can be reached without moving it.

Anytime Fitness lists private restrooms and showers among its facilities and amenities, although the company notes that amenities can vary by location. Individual club pages should therefore be checked before relying on a particular facility.

Access is another consideration. Membership and guest policies can differ by location, so a driver who is not already a member should contact the individual gym to determine whether short-term access is available and what it includes.

This option does not solve the truck-parking question. Unless a particular property explicitly permits commercial vehicles, do not assume a gym parking lot can accommodate a tractor-trailer. A gym is more useful when the truck is already parked legally, and the location can be reached on foot, by rideshare or through another local transportation option.

Verify the Details Before Heading Over

Whether the shower is at a truck-parking property or somewhere off-site, current access information matters. Check whether the shower is operating, whether there is a separate fee, and whether any restrictions apply.

For independent truck parking, review the property’s current amenity listing when making the reservation. For an off-site facility such as a gym, verify both shower access and visitor requirements directly with that location.

Hours can matter as well. A facility described as open 24 hours may provide around-the-clock access only to members or registered customers, while staff assistance and guest entry may be available during a smaller window.

Build the Search Around the Truck

The closest shower is not necessarily the most practical one when a tractor-trailer is involved. Legal parking should remain part of the search from the beginning.

Checking independent truck-parking properties for showers can solve both needs at the same location. When that is not available, securing legal parking first can make nearby gyms or other facilities worth considering without creating another parking problem.

Resources such as Truck Parking Club can help identify parking properties that list showers among their amenities, while individual gym websites can provide another place to check once the truck is already parked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do independent truck-parking facilities have showers?

Some do. Current truck-parking listings in Alabama, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Michigan include properties with free or paid showers. Amenities vary by location.

How can I find truck parking with a shower?

Check the amenities listed for individual truck-parking properties rather than searching only for parking. Truck Parking Club is one resource where individual locations can identify showers and other driver amenities.

Can truck drivers use gym showers while traveling?

A gym can be an option when its access policy allows it and the truck is already parked legally elsewhere. Anytime Fitness, for example, lists private showers among its amenities but notes that facilities can vary by location.

Can I park a semi at a gym while using the shower?

Do not assume so. Unless the individual property explicitly permits commercial vehicle parking, arrange legal truck parking separately before considering an off-site gym.

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A better approach is to reverse the search. Instead of choosing a restaurant first and then trying to figure out whether you can get anywhere near it, start with a truck parking location and explore what is realistically within reach. That can uncover local restaurants that would never appear on a typical list of truck-friendly stops.

Start With the Parking Location

Truck Parking Club offers reservable truck and trailer parking at locations across the country, with hourly, daily, weekly and monthly options. Availability, accepted vehicle types and other property details vary by location, so check the individual listing before booking.

Once you have a parking location in mind, use a general mapping app to search the surrounding area for restaurants. Centering the search on where the truck will actually be parked gives you a much more useful picture than searching from your current GPS location or simply looking at restaurants along the next exit.

As part of TDUSA’s partnership with Truck Parking Club, first-time customers can receive $20 off their first reservation with promo code TDUSA20 when booking through TDUSA’s Truck Parking Club link.

Search Beyond the Restaurants at the Exit

Once parking is settled, expand the map around it rather than limiting the search to businesses immediately off the Interstate.

Google Maps can help compare nearby restaurants using current business information such as operating hours, menus, photos and customer reviews. Checking several of those details together is more useful than choosing a restaurant based on its overall rating alone, particularly when you will be arriving late or only have a limited amount of time.

Independent restaurants may also sit in nearby shopping areas, hotel clusters or business districts that are easy to overlook from the highway. A place that would not make sense as a tractor-trailer destination could still be practical from an established parking location nearby.

Check Access Before Heading Over

Finding a restaurant close to your parking spot does not necessarily mean getting there will be easy.

Satellite and street-level imagery can help you inspect surrounding roads, entrances, medians and the layout of the property. If you are considering bringing the truck, remember that a large parking lot does not automatically mean commercial vehicles are permitted. The lot may belong to a neighboring business or have restrictions that are not visible on a map.

Recent customer reviews can sometimes provide more context. Searching reviews for terms such as “truck,” “semi,” “tractor-trailer” or “bobtail” can be faster than scrolling through unrelated comments.

When the answer is still unclear, call the restaurant before leaving your parking spot. Staff may be able to confirm whether the property can accommodate the vehicle or point you toward a nearby option.

Look at the Actual Walking Route

Distance on a map can be misleading when you are parked near an Interstate.

A restaurant may appear to be half a mile away but require crossing entrance ramps, divided roads, railroad tracks or stretches without pedestrian access. Before deciding to walk, switch to pedestrian directions and look at the entire route rather than relying on straight-line distance.

Street-level imagery can provide another useful check for sidewalks, shoulders and crossings. If the route depends on walking alongside a high-speed road with no reasonable pedestrian space, a nearby restaurant may not be a practical option after all.

Consider Whether Bobtailing Opens More Options

When the trailer can remain at the parking location and company policy allows it, bobtailing can put considerably more restaurants within reach.

Even without the trailer, check the destination before heading over. Low clearances, parking garages, narrow entrances and tight lots can still make some properties poor choices.

A quick call can also uncover options that are not advertised online. A restaurant that cannot accommodate a full combination may still have room for a bobtail or know where customers with larger vehicles typically park nearby.

Use Pickup to Make a Local Stop More Practical

Not every worthwhile restaurant needs to become a sit-down meal.

If a restaurant offers online or phone ordering, pickup can make a place farther from the truck more realistic. This can be particularly useful when you can walk or bobtail there but do not want to spend additional time waiting for the order after arriving.

Check the route first and then place the order based on a realistic arrival time. That keeps the pickup window from becoming another deadline you have to chase.

Expand the Search With Delivery

When nothing around the parking location is realistically accessible on foot, delivery can bring restaurants from a much larger area into consideration.

Check the restaurant’s website before assuming a third-party service is the only option, since some local businesses offer direct ordering or delivery. Otherwise, delivery platforms can show which restaurants will serve the area where you are parked.

The drop-off location deserves some thought as well. A large truck parking property can be difficult for an unfamiliar delivery driver to navigate, so choose an obvious meeting point when possible. Adding the business or parking-location name, truck description and clear meeting instructions can make the handoff much easier.

Save the Stops Worth Visiting Again

The search gets easier once you have done it a few times along routes you regularly travel.

Google Maps allows users to create saved lists and add notes to places, making it possible to build your own collection of restaurants that worked well from nearby truck parking. Instead of saving only the restaurant name, note the detail that made the stop useful, such as a short walk from parking, bobtail access, late hours or delivery to the parking location.

Over time, those saved places can give you options along familiar routes that go well beyond whatever happens to be advertised on the highway signs.

Start With Where the Truck Can Stay

Finding good local food on the road becomes much easier when the restaurant is not the first decision.

Establish the parking location, search outward from there and then determine the most practical way to reach the restaurant. Walking, bobtailing, pickup and delivery each widen the search in different ways, giving you more choices without having to assume that the restaurant itself can accommodate a tractor-trailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can satellite imagery confirm that a restaurant allows truck parking?

No. Satellite imagery can help you evaluate entrances, lot size and maneuvering space, but it cannot confirm current property rules or permission to park a commercial vehicle. Check the business’s information, recent reviews or contact the restaurant when necessary.

How can Truck Parking Club help when looking for somewhere to eat?

Starting with a reservable Truck Parking Club location gives you a fixed point around which to search. From there, you can look for restaurants that are within walking distance, practical to reach by bobtail or available for pickup or delivery.

What is the TDUSA Truck Parking Club discount?

As part of TDUSA’s partnership with Truck Parking Club, first-time customers can receive $20 off their first reservation using promo code TDUSA20 when booking through TDUSA’s Truck Parking Club link.

Is walking distance enough to determine whether a restaurant is accessible?

No. Check the actual pedestrian route for Interstate ramps, divided roads, missing sidewalks and other barriers before deciding whether a nearby restaurant is realistically reachable on foot.

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Last Updated: September 21, 2026

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Trusted Partners for Drivers

“For decades, Shell Rotella has been a trusted name in trucking,” said Evan Shelley, co-founder & CEO of TPC. “From products that provide strong engine protection to iconic events like Shell Rotella SuperRigs, they consistently support truck drivers. We’re proud to partner with Shell to put Truck Parking Club Cash directly in drivers’ hands – helping them park safely, legally, and efficiently.”

How the Promotion Works

Truckers who get a qualifying Shell Rotella T5 or T6 Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic oil change at a participating service location can earn up to $100 in Truck Parking Club Cash. To redeem, drivers simply submit their receipt at rotella.com/nightonus. The cash can then be used at any of Truck Parking Club’s 4,200+ locations nationwide.

“Truck drivers rely on Shell Rotella to help keep their engines running strong mile after mile, and we’re always looking for ways to support them on the road,” said Julie Wright, Shell Rotella brand manager. “Through the Night on Us promotion, we’re proud to partner with Truck Parking Club to help drivers access safe, reliable parking.”

Promotion Timeline

The “Night on Us” promotion runs through June 30, 2026. Drivers can check full details and participating locations here.

Why This Matters for Truck Drivers

Parking safely isn’t just about convenience, it’s about compliance, rest, and peace of mind. With Truck Parking Club Cash in hand, drivers can plan stops without worrying about legality or availability. Combining trusted Shell Rotella oil services with this parking benefit puts both equipment and driver needs first.

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The Chattanooga-based company confirmed the milestone this week, noting that its network now spans 49 states and has grown by more than 1,000 locations in just the last three months. The expansion adds tens of thousands of reservable spaces at a time when parking shortages continue to affect schedules, safety, and hours-of-service compliance.

Rapid Growth Driven by Real-World Demand

Truck Parking Club reports that its platform now includes more than 66,000 reservable truck parking spaces. The company says this growth reflects how urgently drivers and fleets need alternatives to crowded rest areas, ramps, and unauthorized parking.

“Reaching 4,000 locations in under three years proves the model works,” said Evan Shelley, co-founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club. “Now we’re scaling it. 10,000 locations by the end of this year isn’t aspirational; it’s the plan. Every day, we’re onboarding new properties, signing enterprise fleet deals, and putting drivers in suitable, reservable spaces instead of highway ramps. The infrastructure already exists across this country. We’re unlocking it.”

The company’s longer-term goal is to reach 10,000 locations by the end of 2026, further expanding access along major freight corridors.

Addressing a Nationwide Parking Shortage

According to the Truck Parking Club, the growth comes as the industry continues to face an estimated shortage of 1.7 million truck parking spaces nationwide. That shortage, the company says, costs the trucking industry more than $100 billion each year and forces drivers to spend close to an hour per day searching for parking.

“The growth addresses an industry-wide shortage of 1.7 million parking spaces, a deficit that costs the trucking industry over $100 billion annually and forces drivers to spend nearly an hour each day searching for parking,” the Truck Parking Club said. “Rather than waiting on new construction at $100,000–$200,000 per space, Truck Parking Club activates existing private spaces immediately through its technology platform.”

Instead of relying on new rest area construction, the platform focuses on unlocking privately owned space that already exists but is not traditionally available to truck drivers.

How Fleets Are Using the Platform

While individual drivers use the service to reserve overnight parking, Truck Parking Club says fleets are increasingly adopting it for broader operational needs.

According to the company, fleet customers use the platform for drop trailer programs, staging equipment near shippers and receivers, long-term asset storage, and hours-of-service planning. Centralized billing and a dedicated fleet support team allow companies to manage parking needs without negotiating multiple property agreements or long-term leases.

The company reports that 92 of the top 100 U.S. carriers now use Truck Parking Club in some capacity.

Property Owners Fuel Network Expansion

The growing supply of parking locations comes from property owners who list unused or underutilized space on the platform.

“The platform’s supply growth is driven by property owners who monetize vacant or underutilized space with no upfront costs, no contracts, and full control over pricing and availability,” Truck Parking Club said. “Truck Parking Club handles all customer service, bookings, payments, payouts, billing, reporting, and even provides free premium signage and marketing materials.”

Property members include trucking companies, warehouses, CDL schools, repair facilities, tow companies, industrial yards, and other commercial property owners with available space.

Built Around Driver Access and Support

Truck Parking Club says its bookings are supported by round-the-clock customer service staffed by former drivers, along with automated gate access and guaranteed payments for property owners. The platform also includes up to $25,000 in damage coverage per booking.

The company says its goal is to reduce friction for drivers while providing reliable, predictable parking options that help avoid last-minute stress at the end of a shift.

As parking availability continues to affect safety, compliance, and quality of life on the road, the rapid expansion of private-space networks like this one signals a shift in how the industry is addressing the problem.

Source: The Trucker

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The company now has more than 3,000 private parking locations available for drivers and fleets. Those spots span 49 states and total more than 51,000 reservable spaces. What’s getting attention in the trucking world is how fast the platform is growing — it jumped from 2,000 to 3,000 locations in only four months.

Co-founder and CEO Evan Shelley says the mission goes beyond just finding a place to park. “We’re solving the parking shortage and proving that parking itself is a strategic operational tool,” said Shelley. “Whether it’s a driver who needs safe overnight parking, a fleet executing drop trailer programs, or a company reducing liability by eliminating ramp parking, we’re the flexible parking partner that adapts to every need.”

Drivers can reserve spots by the hour, day, week, or month using the company’s website or mobile app. Customer support is available 24 hours a day and is staffed by former drivers who understand the realities of running out of hours or searching for a safe place to shut down.

With parking becoming increasingly scarce in busy freight areas, many truckers are starting to treat parking reservations in the same way they plan fuel stops or delivery schedules. Platforms like this give drivers more control over their downtime and help fleets cut back on parking-related fines and delays.

If the Truck Parking Club keeps expanding at this pace, finding a legal parking spot might finally become one less thing to stress about when the clock is running low.

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The Offer at a Glance

From September 1 through October 31, drivers who buy a qualifying Shell Rotella® T6 Full Synthetic or T5 Synthetic Blend oil at participating locations can earn up to $300 in Truck Parking Club Cash. These credits can then be applied toward overnight parking at any Truck Parking Club location across the country.

According to the company, “Truckers get premium engine protection from Shell Rotella and the added peace of mind of secure, convenient overnight parking.”

How Drivers Can Claim Free Parking

Taking advantage of the program is straightforward, and Shell has laid out the steps clearly:

1. Purchase a qualifying oil change.
2. Submit your receipt online at rotella.com/nightonus by November 15.
3. Receive a voucher by email for the Truck Parking Club.
4. Redeem your credits through the Truck Parking Club app or website by April 30, 2026.

Why It Matters

Truck parking has been one of the industry’s most persistent struggles, with drivers often forced to choose between unsafe parking and costly options that eat into their earnings. By pairing an oil purchase with free parking credits, Shell Rotella is addressing two critical needs at once—engine performance and safe rest stops.

With this partnership, drivers not only extend the life of their equipment but also gain access to more secure and convenient places to rest, making life on the road a little easier.

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“We’re working to make the experience as seamless as possible for both Trucker Members and Property Members,” said Evan Shelley, co-founder, CEO of Truck Parking Club. “Property Members get modern access controls at zero cost, while Trucker Members never have to worry about forgotten codes at 2 AM.”

Simplified Access at No Cost

The new system allows Trucker Members to open gated property entrances directly through the Truck Parking Club mobile app or website. Designed for convenience, this technology only requires a quick bolt-on to existing gates and is completely free for Property Members. That means no upfront installation costs or ongoing subscription fees.

Now operational at OTR Truck Parking in Midland, Texas, the system eliminates the need for access codes, cards, or manual check-ins. Instead, Trucker Members simply press a button in the app to gain entry. The access controls utilize geolocation technology, ensuring the gate can only be activated when users have both an active reservation and physical presence at the property.

The company plans to expand the system to additional select locations soon, with dozens more Property Member facilities in the pipeline.

A Game-Changer for Drivers

“Drivers love it – press a button, the gate opens,” said Andrew Jones, owner of OTR Truck Parking in Midland and vice president of property member optimization at Truck Parking Club. He added, “Getting free access controls that work with my existing gates was a no-brainer.”

This system further exemplifies the Truck Parking Club’s commitment to offering practical and straightforward solutions for both Trucker Members and Property Members. By eliminating unnecessary complexities, the platform aims to streamline operations and improve the parking experience for all stakeholders.

Stay tuned as Truck Parking Club expands this innovative service to more locations, providing an effortless access experience for truck drivers and property owners alike.

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This achievement marks significant growth for the company, doubling its reported locations in just six months.

“This isn’t just about hitting a number. It’s about solving a decades-old problem that costs the trucking industry billions annually,” said Evan Shelley, co-founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club. “Every new location means drivers spend less time searching and more time earning. Our goal is clear—to reduce parking search time to under 10 minutes per day.”

The platform’s network spans a variety of property types, including trucking companies, repair shops, storage facilities, and real estate investors. According to the company, building new truck parking typically costs between $100,000 and $200,000 per space and can take years, but Truck Parking Club activates existing spaces within a single day.

Truck Parking Club offers flexible reservation options, including hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly bookings via its website and mobile apps. Customers are supported by 24/7 customer service, staffed by former truck drivers for insider expertise.

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