I refer to the letter 'Restrict Singapore car use - the Beijing way' (my paper, July 24).
I disagree with the suggestion to implement rules that will allow vehicles into the Central Business District (CBD) on alternate days, based on the final digit on their licence plates.
Firstly, the traffic situation on Singapore's roads - including the CBD area and the expressways - is different from that of China, or even those of neighbouring countries.
The congestion we face here is normally caused by traffic accidents and major road works.
I have never witnessed or been caught in any major traffic congestion on the roads here that causes jams of more than 30 minutes.
With efficient enforcement by the authorities, such as the Traffic Police, the jams are usually cleared in a fast and orderly manner.
I appeal to fellow motorists to abide by the traffic rules and instructions on traffic signs. Most importantly, they need to be considerate to other motorists.
Secondly, Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) and other surcharges were introduced to curb the number of private vehicles on certain roads and during selected times of the day.
The measures are meant to ease traffic flow, especially for the benefit of public transport vehicles such as buses and taxis.
If we have to enter these areas for business, work or social commitments when the ERP is in operation, then we must be prepared to bear the charges.
Many Singaporean motorists, including myself, purchase a car for convenience, and if we can well afford it, we should not be complaining about parking rates and other costs of maintaining a vehicle.
