[Sticw]

I agree that the 89% who don't own cars must be prepared to rent one or rely on the train and bus over the CNY period. If they wish to take a PHV or cab, then they are at the mercy of the drivers who wish to make a "killing" for working during the festive season. 

If one hardly drives, I totally disagree you should rent a car during festive season. The cost, not withstanding chance of accident, will be much higher than getting a taxi or Grab ride.

Workers working during festive season are paid twice the usual amount, so why are we complaining that rides are twice as expensive? It's opportunity cost factored into the pricing rite? After all, those celebrating festives are having it because they are salaried and enjoying their off day rite?

Not in my backyard mentality...