Question

What’s better for long-term parking: indoor or outdoor?

If you want to keep your car safe, choose indoor parking. Outdoor parking is ideal if the weather is good and you want to save money.

Indoor parking is your best option for

• Keeping your car safe from the elements, i.e., sun, rain, hail, snow, bird droppings, and tree sap.
• Protecting your vehicle from thieves and vandals because such garages usually have controlled entry/exit points.
• Avoiding wear and tear like battery stress, paint damage, etc., and thereby retaining resale value.
• Getting back to a comfy car that’s not heated up like an oven in summer or frost/snow-covered in winter.

Outdoor parking is your best option for

• Saving a ton of money since outdoor lots typically tend to be around 20-40% cheaper than indoor lots.
• A short trip that won’t leave your car’s safety at risk.
• A larger vehicle that might not clear the height restrictions in indoor lots.