What the Honk? Here’s how (not) to park

Trooper Steve discerns the improper from the inconsiderate

ORLANDO, Fla. – Keeping it short and simple today.

If you park like any of the following people, you should consider just not driving.

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A golf cart parked incorrectly, outside of a parking space. (Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

When are we going to learn that these areas are not designated for parking under any circumstance?

Whether it’s a car, truck or a golf cart, even if you have the right parking decal, this is not a parking space. You are limiting others’ movement by doing this.

A four-door sedan parked incorrectly, again outside of a parking space. (Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

I took some time and looked up New York law and compared it to Florida law, then compared it to every state across the country.

Yeah, like I thought, this isn’t allowed anywhere, so for goodness sake stop doing this. It makes me want to start my own trooper towing company.

A third example of improper parking outside of a parking space. What came first, the scooter or the Lexus? (Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

Two for one, buy one get one!

All apply and all drive me insane when it comes to parking lots. I am honestly curious what came first though, the scooter or the Lexus?

Either way, the Lexus has no business being there and doesn’t even have a disabled parking decal. The same people who do this are the ones who don’t say “Thank you” when you hold the door for them.


I want to share the things you’re seeing! Keep your passenger pictures or dash camera videos coming and email them to me at AskTrooperSteve@wkmg.com.

Please drive safely.


About the Author:

Steven Montiero, better known as “Trooper Steve," joined the News 6 morning team as its Traffic Safety Expert in October 2017. A Central Florida native and decorated combat veteran, Montiero comes to the station following an eight-year assignment with the Florida Highway Patrol.

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