I can see that without a private garage, or off-street parking, it would be a problem as you'd have to have the charging cable draped across the pavement.
我觉得如果没有私家车库或者路外停车场的话，在人行道上放置充电电缆会变得很麻烦。
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That requires the installation of meters where none currently exist and the setting of rates for metered spots that is proportional to the prices charged in off-street lots.
这就要求安装新式的计时器以及为不同泊车位设定费率，据此来收取停车费。
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The term originated in insurance, recognising the idea that people with insurance may be careless – for example, paying for secure off-street parking looks less attractive if your car is insured.