Where is parking on the left permitted?

Parking on the left is permitted on one-way streets with streetcar tracks primarily due to the nature of traffic flow and the specific infrastructure present in these areas. In many regions, including Germany, when a street is designated as one-way, vehicles are allowed to park on either side of the street, making it feasible to park on the left side where streetcar tracks may be present. This ensures that parking regulations can accommodate the streetcar's operation without disrupting traffic flow.

Other environments, such as two-way streets, highways, or expressways, have different regulations to ensure safety and efficient traffic movement. On two-way streets, parking on the left would pose a significant risk, while highways and expressways typically prohibit any form of parking on the road. Parking garages are designated areas for parking but do not relate to the general rules applied to public streets. Therefore, the allowance for parking on the left in this specific context is based on existing traffic conditions and infrastructure management.