Summary Draft 2: Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic

In the article “Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic”, Tay (2018) expresses the need for Singapore to come up with more refined approaches by the 21st century to overcome an increasing vehicle population. Comparing the solutions, replacement of Area Licensing Scheme (ALS) to Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) system had the biggest impact as it omits having officers to check on the passes. To identify blockage and control vehicles’ speed, cameras are installed on the expressways by the Expressway Monitoring & Advisory System (EMAS). Having a better traffic flow, it decreases the time taken for people to travel to designated places. Singapore aims to continue upgrading the transportation services and improving road safety. With technology advancement, it has made it possible for an undergoing satellite ERP system in the future. This pursuing plan allows Singapore to keep moving forward in conjunction with substantial transport strategies and with citizens as focal point.