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The document discusses two proposed ways to address increasing traffic gridlock: building more roads or adopting new vehicle-related laws. It argues that adopting new laws through restrictions, fines, and fees would be more effective at curbing traffic congestion than simply building more roads.

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Traffic

The document discusses two proposed ways to address increasing traffic gridlock: building more roads or adopting new vehicle-related laws. It argues that adopting new laws through restrictions, fines, and fees would be more effective at curbing traffic congestion than simply building more roads.

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There can be no argument about the fact that the last two decades have seen a huge increase

in the
number of vehicles. This, in turn, has led to serious consequences resulting in city traffic almost grinding
to a halt. This essay shall consider two of the proposed ways and select one as the most effective
approach for addressing the issue of gridlock.

It has been suggested that if more roads were built, there would be more space for vehicles. Although
this seems quite a logical solution, it might eventually produce the opposite effect. In other words,
increasing and maximising road capacity is more likely to encourage citizens to purchase more cars and
spawn more trips. The proliferation of private cars is bound to lead to more clogged roads and
slowdown in vehicular movement, which is more likely to exacerbate the congestion problem.

Another possible solution to combatting congested streets might be adopting corresponding laws. The
government could impose high charges, especially at peak times, on key central routes to curtail traffic.
Bringing in fees will probably divert traffic to adjacent streets and may help alleviate congestion.
Additionally, specific technical requirements should be elaborated in legislative acts which would block
the vehicles that do not comply with the standard. Restrictions and fines on imported dilapidated cars
might also make residents relinquish their cars and seek alternative means of transport to reach their
destinations.

In view of the above arguments, I believe that what governments should do is introduce specific vehicle-
related laws and reconsider its policy in this regard as these are much more likely to make a difference
and act as more powerful deterrents.

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