Where did the vehicles that were parked on the road go ❓❗ 🚧🚔🚕 *********** Taking a car to the heart of Addis Ababa and not having a safe parking space has been a major headache for drivers and an excuse for traffic jams for years. However, the new modern parking lots built in conjunction with the Corridor Development Project are rapidly changing this story. In recent corridor development projects across Addis Ababa, special attention has been paid to parking lots. These infrastructures have saved drivers from wandering around in search of a place; They are transforming the capital into a smart city by incorporating a digital payment system, CCTV camera protection and automation. Vehicles that used to park illegally on footpaths and roadsides have moved into these modern parking lots, making roads wider and more pedestrian-friendly. Illegal roadside parking was a major cause of traffic congestion and accidents. Systematic parking of cars has reduced accidents significantly. Driven by automated procedures and security, these stops have significantly reduced vehicle theft. Uniquely, the new stops are all linked to Telebank and bank digital payments, making the service fast and contactless. These strategic constructions are an indication of the effort to transform Addis Ababa into a modern and smart city. These infrastructures, built on the basis of parking needs, are the pillars of the transition process of making the city an efficient and safe international capital.