TRAFFIC nowadays is worse than it was before the pandemic. With the ever-growing population in Metro Manila, one wonders how millions of people can fit into such a small space in the city. Consider the noise and air pollution encountered from countless vehicles stuck in traffic jams, the honking from frustrated drivers and the calls of barkers looking for passengers.
How did we end up in this situation, and why does it seem to be getting worse? As commuters, we all share the same sentiment — we hate traffic. Apart from spending an average of two to three hours in traffic each way, most employees need an additional hour just to prepare for work and line up for different modes of public transport. The energy, money and time invested in an eight-hour shift are substantial.
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