Darryn Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Was reported in today's paper, on a per capita basis, those that got their license in Singapore cause three times as many accidents as those that got their license elsewhere and converted. So to all those that bash the atrocious driving standards of "ATB" and whatever the fark else - Nyah nyah boo boo yeah ok - I'm beign a pratt, but seriously, a very interesting statistic. One hopes that it is properly calculated and takes the relevant things into account. Once also hopes that it clarifies abit on the perception that many hold. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanK Supercharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Was reported in today's paper, on a per capita basis, those that got their license in Singapore cause three times as many accidents as those that got their license elsewhere and converted. So to all those that bash the atrocious driving standards of "ATB" and whatever the fark else - Nyah nyah boo boo yeah ok - I'm beign a pratt, but seriously, a very interesting statistic. One hopes that it is properly calculated and takes the relevant things into account. Once also hopes that it clarifies abit on the perception that many hold. I agree. Yesterday evening, this Lexus driven by an auntie was moving and stopping in the middle of the road, never on headlights, never signal. I was right behind her, horning but she ignore. So at give way section which was 2 lane, I wanted to change to another lane to get away from her, glanced at mirror but fail to spot bike, swerved out, almost hit the biker who was wearing all black, headlight not very bright, immediately apologise non-stop while driving beside him. We are all atrocious drivers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph22 Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Was reported in today's paper, on a per capita basis, those that got their license in Singapore cause three times as many accidents as those that got their license elsewhere and converted. So to all those that bash the atrocious driving standards of "ATB" and whatever the fark else - Nyah nyah boo boo yeah ok - I'm beign a pratt, but seriously, a very interesting statistic. One hopes that it is properly calculated and takes the relevant things into account. Once also hopes that it clarifies abit on the perception that many hold. because most come back singapore liao realise that too expensive to afford a car in singapore as compare to where they come from and so most dont buy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HP_Lee 5th Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Was reported in today's paper, on a per capita basis, those that got their license in Singapore cause three times as many accidents as those that got their license elsewhere and converted. So to all those that bash the atrocious driving standards of "ATB" and whatever the fark else - Nyah nyah boo boo yeah ok - I'm beign a pratt, but seriously, a very interesting statistic. One hopes that it is properly calculated and takes the relevant things into account. Once also hopes that it clarifies abit on the perception that many hold. Yup. I do agreed this statements, though I'm a Singaporean. Our locals love tailgating and cuts into others' lane without signaling. I guessed 70 - 80% of yearly accidents are contributed by these jokers. Though my experiences in 20 years of driving, I still consider, I'm a average driver. I dun the chances by zapping around. if you realize these jokers, are mainly driving mid or smaller BB cars. In Singapore, from point A to B, what is the time difference by driving at 100kmh and 80kmh? I bet you, is just an average of 5 - 10minutes at max. So the questions should ask, is how many of MCF members think of their driving skills??? Me average. You Bros?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hondacub777 6th Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 I'M local and I'm ashamed of our own drivers here. Especially when I have oversea visitors sitting in my car,the way they see how the locals drive,they shake their head Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Even if the stats are not accurate, I totally unreservedly agreed! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazymayday Neutral Newbie July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 got link? i drove for 15yr not a single accident Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galantspeedz Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 is it singaporeans or is it people taking licence in singapore? distinct difference Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westkid 2nd Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Sinkies have the fark mentality that faster is better.Give way is losing something. Then i often see them in accidents. I keep distances n giv way 19 yrs no accident Who win? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 can u share the source? i don't subscribe in 154th. i'm sure u are aware that foreign licenses can be converted to singaporean license right? some time ago, an indian colleague took a week leave, went back india, then return sg to have his gleaming brand new license converted. so... are those types included in the survey or excluded? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph22 Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Sinkies have the fark mentality that faster is better.Give way is losing something. Then i often see them in accidents. I keep distances n giv way 19 yrs no accident Who win? iszi?? i sinkies but i drive very slow at 2nd or 3rd lane most of the time leh yeah those lane out side of lane 1 have lesser accident. when i feel like changing bumper, maybe i will go drive at lane 1. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryn Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Author Share July 11, 2012 can u share the source? i don't subscribe in 154th. i'm sure u are aware that foreign licenses can be converted to singaporean license right? some time ago, an indian colleague took a week leave, went back india, then return sg to have his gleaming brand new license converted. so... are those types included in the survey or excluded? I don't know the full methodology, and given the wonderful transperancy of the govt, doubt it would be announced anyway. It was a blurb in MyPaper. What they said (hope I have the figures right) was that .03% of those that got license in Singapore had accidents while .01% of those that convert licenses had accidents. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahtong 1st Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 The data was compiled and massaged by FTs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryn Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Author Share July 11, 2012 The data was compiled and massaged by FTs. FTs give good "massages" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HP_Lee 5th Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Sinkies have the fark mentality that faster is better.Give way is losing something. Then i often see them in accidents. I keep distances n giv way 19 yrs no accident Who win? Yes you right Angry bird. Singaporeans like to rush in last minute. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zaxx 2nd Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Only singaporeans can drive taxis here right? There you go. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moredhel 2nd Gear July 11, 2012 Share July 11, 2012 Accidents are caused by inconsiderate drivers. The following are examples, not necessarily in order, but close enough. I.e.: Road Hoggers, Reckless Drivers, Taxi Drivers with not enough rest resulting in Misjudgement, Leech Boys in Daddy's Falallis, Clueless/Ego Drivers and Hesitant Aunties Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryn Turbocharged July 11, 2012 Author Share July 11, 2012 Only singaporeans can drive taxis here right? There you go. PR can also ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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