The yellow panels have a polycarbonate body and can only be removed using a code — that is supplied once a scofflaw pays their fine, according to the company behind the device, Barnacle Parking.

The Scientist spoke with marine biologist and barnacle researcher John Zardus about why turtle barnacles—previously thought to be immobile—in fact slowly travel. He thinks the answer is food. Chloe ...

F or a motorist, few things are more aggravating than returning to your parking space and finding that your automobile has been towed. And even if the vehicle was parked in violation of municipal ...

The Barnacle only gets removed once fines are paid. Aptly named, the Barnacle clings to a windshield with 1,000 pounds of force. Resembling a large laptop, it opens up flat to block a driver’s view.