Calls for public transport upgrades and congestion charges


Smoother travels: Embracing the return of public transport paves the way for stress-free commutes. — AINA AMIRAH/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Despite more people using the public transport system these days, Malaysians’ love for cars remains strong, with commuters in the capital city being caught continuously in gridlock as traffic worsens.

Even back in 2022, the average Malaysian driver in Kuala Lumpur was already spending about 113 hours on the road due to congestion, according to the TomTom Traffic Index.

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