If you’re planning to leave your car parked at Olimpia Parking, the newest parking facility located right next to Otopeni Airport, but you’re worried that it might get damaged while you’re out of the country, keep reading — we’re giving you all the reasons you need to stop worrying!
Worried your car might get damaged in the parking lot? What does Olimpia Parking do to minimize the risk?
Olimpia Parking is the newest and most modern covered parking facility in the Bucharest airport area. The building was designed to meet the most common needs of people who want to leave their car in a safe place when traveling abroad, whether for short or long periods of time.
Enough space for all types of cars
With nearly 1,500 parking spaces and a new building constructed according to international standards, Olimpia Airport Parking offers spacious parking spots suitable even for large vehicles.
There are also many parking spaces designated for people with disabilities, ensuring full accessibility for everyone.
For families with small children, who have lots of luggage and need extra space, dedicated parking spaces are also available.
The goal of Olimpia Parking is clear – to offer modern parking spaces near Romania’s most important airport, Henri Coandă.
Well-marked entrances and exits
Most collisions in parking lots happen because traffic is heavy and access routes do not usually handle increased flow during peak times. To avoid congestion and long queues, Olimpia Parking offers 6 intelligently and visibly marked entrances and exits (with lights, traffic signs, and barriers) to prevent any kind of vehicle damage.
Covered parking spaces
As mentioned earlier, most parking spaces are located inside a new structure built in accordance with international construction regulations.
The advantage of leaving your car in a covered parking lot is the protection it offers against bad weather and dust. Strong winds, frost, and rain won’t affect your car in any way, and when you return from your trip, you’ll find your car in perfect condition — just as you left it.
Constant cleanliness
Not only impacts can damage your car’s body — dust can also cause fine scratches. This won’t be an issue at Olimpia Parking, as the facility is swept and washed daily using modern equipment. Additionally, a wet or dirty driving surface can reduce tire grip, increasing braking distance. Even 5 centimeters can make the difference between a cracked bumper and an untouched one.
Clear signage
Most parking accidents occur due to poor signage. However, the Olimpia Parking team took this into account, and the entire facility is organized using traffic signs that provide the necessary guidance and warnings. No matter what level you’re on, you’ll know exactly which direction to follow.
Night lighting
Another common cause of parking accidents is insufficient lighting and low visibility.
Nighttime lighting is not an issue when you park at the newest parking facility near Otopeni — there are enough lights installed to illuminate your way inside and outside the covered parking lot.
Olimpia Parking was designed as a dedicated space to make life easier for people who come to the airport by car!
What can you do to minimize the risk of getting your car scratched in the parking lot?
Keep reading to discover several tips that will help you reduce the risk of accidents inside Olimpia Parking — and not only there, since some tips are useful in daily life as well!
Drive slowly
For some drivers, parking lots seem more like racing tracks rather than places to safely leave their car. This behavior is among the main causes of accidents in both private and public parking areas.
We recommend driving at no more than 5 km/h inside Olimpia Parking (as indicated by the road signs). This speed gives you enough reaction time in case pedestrians, vehicles, or unexpected obstacles appear suddenly.
Prioritize your safety, your passengers’ safety, your car’s safety, and the safety of everyone else in the parking lot.
Always use your turn signals
Just because you’re in a private parking lot doesn’t mean basic driving rules no longer apply. Always use your turn signals when necessary to inform other drivers and pedestrians about your next move.
It’s recommended to signal even when changing lanes inside the parking lot, as failing to do so increases the risk of having your car hit — probably the last thing you’d want before a flight.
Turn on your low-beam headlights
At Olimpia Parking, lighting is not an issue, but it’s always recommended to keep at least your low-beam headlights on, even during the day. This makes your vehicle more visible.
Leave enough space for other vehicles
Olimpia is a modern and spacious parking facility, and the parking spots and driving lanes were designed to be wide. However, you must always stay alert, as you risk scratching or hitting your car when you least expect it.
When parking your car, make sure you are properly aligned and leave enough space on each side — both for yourself and for other cars.
By ensuring you leave enough room, the chances of scratching another vehicle or having yours scratched drop significantly.
Pay extra attention to blind spots
When reversing, there are many blind spots where potential hazards — such as pedestrians — can hide. Never rely entirely on mirrors and cameras when backing out of a parking spot. Check multiple times before making any move to be 100% sure everything is safe. Of course, the reversing speed should be very low to prevent any potential incidents.
Olimpia Parking was designed to be a safe space for both cars and people. Park here and see for yourself!
