Quickly automate all public car parks

I applaud our authorities for automating more car parks and urge for rapid automation at all public car parks. (“300 more HDB car parks to be automated by mid-2015”; Dec 19)

I see at least three important advantages. First, parking coupons are not only cumbersome, but also are not environmentally friendly, as littering occurs and trees are cut to produce the coupons.

Second, some drivers take advantage of the coupon system by not paying for parking, which also deprives others of a parking lot.

Finally, rather than taking photographs and printing fines, existing parking wardens can be fielded in more crucial areas within our land transport system. More presence is required on our roads for smoother and safer traffic flow for all road users.