How Lexus Advanced Park Makes Navigating Square One's Crowded Parkades Simple

Every Mississauga resident knows the challenge: finding parking at Square One Shopping Centre during busy weekends or holiday seasons. The multi-level parkades present tight spaces, narrow lanes, and the constant worry of door dings from neighbouring vehicles. Advanced Park technology changes this experience entirely.

Available on select Lexus models, including the TX, NX Executive, and higher RX trims, this system transforms parking from a stress-inducing chore into an automated process. Rather than circling levels searching for spaces you can actually fit into, Advanced Park identifies suitable spots and handles the precise maneuvering required in tight quarters.

How Lexus Advanced Park Technology Works

The Advanced Park system uses sensors and cameras positioned around your vehicle to scan for available parking spaces as you drive slowly through the parkade. When the system detects a suitable space, it takes complete control of three vehicle functions without requiring any driver input.

System Operation Process:

1. Detection - Sensors scan along parked cars looking for open spaces
2. Activation - Driver stops ahead of the desired space and presses the Advanced Park button
3. Confirmation - A target box appears on the multimedia display when parking is possible
4. Execution - Driver presses "Start" and removes hands from steering wheel and foot from brake

The system then controls steering, acceleration, and braking until your Lexus is positioned correctly within the space. Once parking is complete, the transmission automatically shifts to park and displays a confirmation message.

Parallel and Perpendicular Parking Capabilities

Square One's parkades feature both angled and parallel spaces, depending on the level and section. The Advanced Park system adapts to both configurations with specialized modes:

Perpendicular Parking: The system guides your Lexus into standard 90-degree spaces, common throughout most of Square One's levels. After activation, the system automatically selects the appropriate gear and operates all controls until positioned correctly.

Parallel Parking: Ground-level street parking around the mall often requires parallel maneuvering. Drivers select Parallel Parking Mode on the guidance screen and follow the same activation steps. The system calculates the exact entry sequence needed to fit between two vehicles.

The system also handles parking exit assistance for tight parallel spaces. Drivers activate their turn signal, press the Advanced Park button, select the exit direction on the touchscreen, and press "start." The system moves the vehicle until exiting becomes possible, then displays a message allowing the driver to take control of the steering wheel.

Real-World Benefits at Square One

The technology proves especially valuable during busy summer shopping periods when families visit Square One for back-to-school preparations or vacation planning. The system's precise control eliminates the frustration of multiple parking attempts in crowded sections.

Available Lexus Models with Advanced Park

The feature comes standard or available across multiple Lexus SUV lines:

TX Models: Standard on Executive and F SPORT grades, the TX's larger size benefits significantly from automated parking assistance in tight spaces.

NX Executive: The compact NX with Advanced Park offers easier maneuvering while maintaining cargo space for shopping trips.

RX Selection: Available on higher RX trims, providing the ideal balance of space and parking convenience for family shopping excursions.

Safety Features During Automated Parking

Advanced Park includes multiple safety systems that activate during the parking process:

• Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking detects obstacles and stops the vehicle automatically
• Object detection identifies shopping carts, pedestrians, or other vehicles that enter the parking path
• Low-speed collision avoidance prevents contact with stationary objects
• Driver override capability allows immediate manual control if needed

The system operates only at low speeds, typically under 5 km/h, ensuring safe operation in crowded parkade environments.

Using Advanced Park at Square One

Getting started with the system requires minimal learning. As you search for parking in Square One's busy levels, drive slowly through the parking area while the sensors scan for available spaces. When you find a space you want, stop your vehicle just ahead of the center of the desired parking spot.

Press the Advanced Park button on your dashboard. The system confirms whether your Lexus can fit in the space by displaying a target box on the multimedia display. Press "Start" on the touchscreen, then remove your foot from the brake pedal and hands from the steering wheel.

The system takes complete control, selecting the appropriate gear and operating all vehicle functions until your Lexus is properly positioned. A confirmation message appears when parking is complete. The entire process typically takes less than two minutes, even in challenging spaces.

The Advanced Park feature can be cancelled at any time by pressing the brake pedal and selecting "Cancel" on the touchscreen. This allows immediate driver control if conditions change during the parking process.

Summer Shopping Convenience

Toronto's summer months bring increased activity to shopping centres like Square One. Family trips for vacation preparations, back-to-school shopping, and summer activity gear fill the parkades with additional traffic. The Advanced Park system eliminates parking stress during these busy periods.

The precise control and automatic operation mean you spend less time searching for spaces you can confidently park in. This proves especially valuable when travelling with children or carrying multiple shopping bags from various stores.

Transform your Square One shopping experience with Advanced Park technology. Visit Erin Park Lexus to see this system in action and learn which Lexus model offers the perfect combination of features for your Mississauga lifestyle.