APT4 Magnetic: The Future of Parking Discs

Swedish Design Team Revolutionizes the Parking Disc Experience

The idea for APT4 Magnetic was born out of frustration with the traditional parking disc system. After receiving a parking fine due to an old, dirty paper parking disc, inventor Gösta Söderberg decided to create an automatic parking disc that drivers wouldn't have to remember to set. Collaborating with fellow inventor Sven Linnman, the duo developed the first fully automatic parking disc that could be installed in a car within a minute.

What sets APT4 Magnetic apart from other parking discs is its unique properties. The device is held magnetically to a metal ring that is fixed to the windscreen, making installation, battery replacement, and adjustment quick and easy. The parking disc is equipped with a two-axis accelerometer that detects vehicle movement, automatically setting the parking time as soon as the vehicle stops. This practical and modern solution has proven to be a popular alternative to conventional parking discs.

The design team behind APT4 Magnetic, which includes Leif Dahlberg, Nikolaus Frank, Jonas Alvsten, Sven Linnman, and Fredrik Palm, faced several challenges during the design process. They aimed to create a product that would suit all vehicles, from simple to exclusive, and replace all previous dull and unattractive parking disc solutions. The team wanted to create an innovative, modern, and fresh design that both the manufacturer and end user could rely on. Their hard work paid off when APT4 Magnetic won the Good Design Award (Chicago) in 2014 and the German Design Award in 2016.

APT4 Magnetic is not just a parking disc; it's a testament to the power of design and innovation. This product is the result of a desire to improve a common, everyday item and make it more efficient, user-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing. With its automatic setting, easy installation, and sleek design, APT4 Magnetic is a game-changer in the world of parking discs.

The success of APT4 Magnetic is a testament to the importance of design in our everyday lives. It's not just about creating something that looks good; it's about improving functionality, efficiency, and user experience. APT4 Magnetic is a prime example of how design and innovation can transform a simple concept into a product that is practical, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing.