I've encountered this maddening driving behavior in both suburban Chicago and Southern California, often while riding along in the car. I think it crops up anyw

I've encountered this maddening driving behavior in both suburban Chicago and Southern California, often while riding along in the car. I think it crops up anywhere there are shopping centers with huge parking lots though. The parking garages that indicate the number of available spaces on a level are a good counter to this: I find that most able-bodied folks will see the bottom few floors have few spaces open and go for a higher one.