Community discussions reveal frustrations with entitlement and aggressive driving behavior on the roads.
Members of the online community have expressed their concerns regarding the rising incidents of road rage, suggesting that the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) symbolizes a motorist’s attitude rather than merely their right to own or operate a vehicle in Singapore.
Facebook groups like ROADS.sg and SG Road Vigilante (SGRV) frequently share video footage of aggressive driving behaviors, including reckless lane changes, excessive honking, and offensive gestures directed at other road users.
“Road rage incidents often stem from drivers feeling entitled to the right of way,” observed ROADS.sg in a post on Saturday (July 16). The conversation gained momentum following a recent high-profile event at the Tuas Second Link, where a woman obstructed a multipurpose vehicle (MPV) and snatched its license plate, escalating the situation when she slammed it onto the windshield. Reports indicate that this confrontation occurred after the MPV allegedly blocked their path and collided with their vehicle.
“It’s a significant issue in Singapore, where even minor incidents, like lane cutting, can provoke extreme reactions,” ROADS.sg noted.
Netizens shared their thoughts, emphasizing that the manner in which drivers change lanes contributes to road rage. “It’s not just changing lanes that angers others; it’s how they do it,” commented Facebook user Chili Padi. He highlighted that many motorists irritate others by failing to signal and cutting in abruptly without caution. “Always signal and check your surroundings. If another vehicle is nearby, let them pass or slow down before merging. Don’t just force your way in because you signaled,” he added, receiving over 50 likes for his comment.
Another user, Andrew Yap, remarked on the impatience of many drivers who engage in lane cutting. He suggested that such behaviors should be included in driving tests, proposing that lane cutting, tailgating, and speeding be classified as criminal offenses, labeling these actions as the “deadly sins” of driving.
Chun-Chau Chew encouraged a culture of yielding on the roads, stating, “Even if you don’t need to give way, doing so makes driving more pleasant and safer. Remember, your Certificate of ‘Entitlement’ shouldn’t inflate your ego with a sense of ‘entitlement.’”
