Never again lose your car. Use this simple trick on your mobile to locate your motor.

You’ve probably found yourself in a carpark, squinting your eyes and wondering, “Where the hell did I put my car?” You’re certainly not the only one. Fear not. Your smartphone can help you solve this common problem. How to use your iPhone or Android to locate your parked vehicle in the UK or Spain.

Siri can be your parking pal for iPhone users

For those in the Apple ecosystem, your iPhone can automatically remember where you’ve parked—provided it’s connected to your car via Bluetooth or CarPlay. Maps will display a marker for your parked vehicle once you exit and disconnect the car. For this feature to work, you must have the following settings enabled:

• Location Services: Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services
• Significant Locations: Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > System Services > Significant Locations
• Showing Parked Location: Settings > Maps > Show Parked Location

Siri can be used to manually store your parking location if your car does not have Bluetooth or CarPlay. Simply tell Siri “Remember where my car was parked.” Ask Siri “Where did you park?” Later. Siri will direct you back.

Android aficionados: Google Maps has your back

Android users are not left behind. Google Maps includes a useful feature for saving your parking spot. Open Google Maps after parking and tap on the blue dot that indicates your location. Select “Save your Parking.” You can also add notes, like “Level 2, Space 45”, or photos to help you recall.

Android Auto users will find the process even easier. Android Auto prompts the “Save Parking”, toggle, when you arrive at your destination. With a simple tap, you can save your location and find it later.

Parking tips to improve your skills

• Set a timerGoogle Maps lets you set a parking reminder if you are on a metered space. This will ensure you don’t park too long.
• Share your location: Both Apple Maps and Google Maps let you share your parked location with friends or family—a lifesaver in crowded events or unfamiliar areas.
• Add photos and notesTake a photo of landmarks nearby or make notes about where you are parking. This visual aid is invaluable, particularly in large car parks.

Let your smartphone remember the next time you park. You’ll never again have to hide your car with these tools.

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