Parking in roadside white-lined spaces? 'Fined 1,200 NTD!' Police reveal correct parking rules—many drivers overlooked this

Cars may still be fined even when parked in white-lined parking spaces. The Taichung City Government Transportation Bureau recently added 17 new 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones' around Minzu Road in the Central District of Taichung, providing more parking space for motorcyclists and cyclists. The Kaohsiung City Government Transportation Bureau announced that starting August 2026, based on local demand, 'motorcycle parking zones' have been completed on Heti Road in Sanmin District and at Guoling Park. Drivers must carefully check road markings and vehicle-type signs before parking—misuse will result in fines of 600 to 1,200 NTD.

Drivers fined despite parking in roadside spaces! Cars mistakenly parked in 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones' face up to 1,200 NTD in fines.

The Taichung City Police Bureau’s First Precinct stated that 17 new 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones' have been designated along Minzu Road (between Lüchuan East Street and Ziyou Road) within its jurisdiction, aiming to increase parking capacity and allow slow vehicles (such as bicycles) to park.

The Kaohsiung City Government Transportation Bureau also announced in August 2026 that 'motorcycle parking zones' have been completed on Heti Road in Sanmin District and at Guoling Park. Where signs indicate 'motorcycle parking zone' and marked parking bays, motorcyclists must park in the direction of the arrows, stand up the center stand, and park properly. Cars are prohibited from parking, and large motorcycles are still not permitted to park.

The police have specifically reminded the public to always park in the direction indicated by the arrows within the parking bay when using motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones.

What is a 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zone'?

Comparison item: Motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zone - Bay width: Approximately 5.5 meters - Parking capacity: Spacious, can accommodate multiple motorcycles and slow vehicles - Signage features: Vehicle type marked outside the bay, directional arrows painted inside - Main advantages: Prevents motorcycles from being moved arbitrarily, improves parking stability

Comparison item: Traditional motorcycle parking space - Bay width: Approximately 1 meter - Parking capacity: Typically fits only one motorcycle (often squeezed with two, causing vehicle damage) - Signage features: Standard boundary lines only - Main advantages: Narrow space, prone to vehicle scratches and friction

Car drivers take note! Misuse of designated parking spaces may result in fines up to 1,200 NTD

The Taichung City Police Bureau’s First Precinct reminds car drivers to carefully check the attributes of parking spaces before parking. In addition to the newly designated 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones' for motorcycles and bicycles, other designated spaces such as parent-child parking spots and disabled parking spaces for cars have specific eligibility requirements.

If car drivers without proper eligibility illegally park in these designated spaces or in motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones, police will issue fines of 600 to 1,200 NTD under Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Road Traffic Management Penalty Act. Drivers are urged not to let momentary carelessness cost them money.

What is a 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zone'? Can bicycles park there?

A motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zone is a large parking area approximately 5.5 meters wide, designated for motorcycles and slow vehicles (such as bicycles and pedal bikes). Directional arrows are painted within the bay to indicate parking direction.

Will cars be fined for parking in 'motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones'? How much?

Yes. Car drivers who mistakenly park in motorcycle-slow vehicle parking zones, parent-child parking spots, or disabled parking spaces will be fined between 600 and 1,200 NTD under the Road Traffic Management Penalty Act.