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With the increasing number of vehicles on city streets, finding parking spaces has become increasingly difficult. This leads to drivers spending more time and fuel circling streets in search of parking, contributing to city congestion. To address this issue and align with the trend of developing smart cities, various techniques used by smart parking systems are being evaluated. One such technique involves a mobile sensing unit attached to vehicles, which measures the distance to the nearest roadside obstacle and utilizes supervised learning algorithms to estimate parking occupancy. This system's accuracy is significantly improved when coupled with precise GPS readings and map matching techniques. Furthermore, the adoption of smart parking systems not only enhances convenience for drivers but also promotes environmental sustainability by reducing unnecessary fuel consumption and emissions. By optimizing parking space utilization, smart cities can effectively alleviate traffic congestion and improve the overall quality of urban life.