[#Draft2] Summary Article "Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic"

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Summary of "Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic"
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In the article “Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic”, Tay (2018) emphasizes on the use of smart technology to improve traffic system in Singapore over the years. Since Singapore’s independence, its main challenge is to accommodate the transportation system to the increasing population with limited amount of space available. According to the article, the 1975 Area Licensing Scheme (ALS) was implemented to tackle the congested traffic. Tay claims that even with progression made in road traffic, ALS is incapable to meet the demands of complicated road systems by 21st century. The author also mentioned that Land Transport Authority (LTA) has approached the issue by introducing an automated system, Intelligent Transport System (ITS). This helps in controlling the traffic system and maximize road networks to ease users’ road journey. Tay concluded that Singapore is striving to develop better urban mobility and enhance transport technology for its citizens.

I agree with the article to a large extend. Tay’s article distinctly states that technology has played an essential part in Singapore’s transportation system. I firmly believe that the government approach to combat transportation issues is made based on users’ needs for a more liveable city.

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Source: Tay Q.W, July 2018. Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic. Retrieved from: https://www.clc.gov.sg/docs/default-source/urban-solutions/urb-sol-iss-13-pdfs/11_case_study-singapore-intelligent-transport-systems.pdf

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