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The young and the reckless?
Singapore's youths speak up on the issue of underaged driving following the incident of a 16-year-old driver who was killed in an accident.
Two cabbies refused to ferry sick sister
Cab stopped but drove off immediately after seeing her sick sister while the other refused to ferry them.
Thanks for a smoother ride, LTA
Most views on the bus lane issue are from motorists concerned about their road space being taken up by public buses. A reader highlights the perspective of bus commuters who travel daily by public transport. -ST
Drivers' letters: Time to give motorists fair treatment
Bus driver exited straight into second lane without checking his blindspot, says reader. Another says bus drivers should be held accountable for jams.
LTA takes care implementing bus lanes
As noted by some readers, many commuters have benefited from the improvement in bus speeds and reliability of bus arrivals.
Beneficial? Bus lanes have been around for decades
It is too simplistic to jump to the conclusion that car drivers' latest 'sufferings' automatically translate into lasting 'benefits' for bus commuters.
Time, money wasted at carpark
Deducted an hour's fee for a few minutes to find a lot. Flaws at Cathay Cineplex's carpark?
14% hike in school-bus fares too hefty
Issue is not the absolute increase of $10 but the higher percentage in increase, says parent.
Driver's letter: No excuse for chaos at CIQ complex
Chaos at CIQ complex occurred as people were not informed and were not used to the system.
Mum finds out about son's secret after he dies
Father and son kept mom in the dark about riding lessons and motorbike because they didn't want mom to worry.
Public buses comply with noise-emission standards
All motor vehicles, including public buses, must comply with the noise-emission standards before they are registered for use in Singapore. -myp
Trusting or naive?
M'sian car was left unlocked in S'pore for more than an hour. -AsiaOne
Car crash survivor a changed man
For Clifford Leong, celebrating Christmas will be different this year as it signifies a new lease on life. -The Star
Maximum fine for deaths of two friends
19-yr-old Phua Jia Chee has to live with killing two friends. He did not ensure his rear-seat passengers were properly belted up.
Cat on windscreen causes this crash
The Christmas "encounter" gave her such a fright that she lost control of her car and rammed it into a wall. -TNP
 
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