Rethinking our attitude towards three-wheeler industry
by Sampath Perera An ordinary journey through Colombo raises uncomfortable questions about road discipline, passenger safety and our tendency to judge motorists by the vehicles they drive. It was a little past noon when I finished attending a court matter and remembered that I had to visit a nearby bank before returning to my other […]
In the heart of Colombo, an ordinary journey highlights questions about road discipline and passenger safety. The author, caught in midday heat, opts for a three-wheeler despite the inconvenience of parking. This decision prompts reflection on how we judge those who drive different vehicles. A near collision with a car that cut across their path underscores the unpredictability of Colombo traffic.
Despite no indication, the car driver acted as if their actions were normal. The author questions the double standard in how we react to three-wheelers versus cars. While reckless car behavior often goes unchallenged, the same actions in a three-wheeler are met with criticism. The irony lies in our tendency to dismiss three-wheelers despite relying on them when needed, particularly in rural areas where public transport is lacking.
The author challenges the notion that three-wheelers have no place on the roads, emphasizing the need to address safety concerns rather than dismiss their legitimacy.
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