I am certain it’s not about maniacal drivers, especially, Jeepneys that load and unload anytime, anywhere or cars that don’t signal at all.
Earlier this year, we got into an accident because of a bus switching lanes pretending he didn’t see us. And, of course, instead of offering how to fix the car, he offered P500 to fix the side mirror and said: “Pasensha na po, namamasada lang po ako (Sorry, I’m just trying to make a living) and adds that “nagmamadali kasi ako para makadami ng pasahero” (was rushing so I can have more passengers). That reasoning became a staple behavior for drivers.
This makes my blood boil, my head swell, and my ear ache. Since I can remember this sad excuse has been used a billion times and it has to stop now.
According to the Philippine Star, an average of 34 Filipinos are killed daily in road accidents. Additionally, it was mentioned during the Rappler’s initiative:
“How Do We Make Philippine Road Safer” dialogue, that transport related crashes have increased sharply from 15,572 in 2014 to 24,565 in 2016. This means that there are 12, 410 deaths related to road accidents a year on the average.
Road accidents are caused by one or all of the following;
Vehicle’s condition
Road condition
Driver’s lack of knowledge
Oftentimes, drivers are not even aware of road rules and road courtesy and when questioned they would answer “I didn’t know that. These situations would lead you to ask “how did this person acquire his license? A professional one at that too, yet simple road courtesy you don’t know?”
Excuses like these must stop now! Lives are put at risk with this kind of excuse. To be informed of road rules and road courtesy is every driver’s obligation and responsibility.
It is understandable that divers of passenger vehicles are trying to make a living but this should be done without endangering other drivers, their passengers, and even themselves. Private vehicle owners are also trying to make a living; time and money are wasted during road accidents which affect the livelihood of the persons involved, the drivers and passengers.
Ignorance is not an excuse. There are tons of books, articles, and blogs out there where a driver can acquire information.
Let us try to keep our roads safe and accidents free.
Millie is currently working as the Features Editor for WhenInManila.com. She loves to collaborate, organize workshops, photography, cook, and eat. When she’s not busy, she reads and travels with the family to discover beautiful places. She also believes that it is only when you get out of your comfort zone that you will truly realize who you are.
Why “Pasensha na namamasada lang po” excuse must stop now
They say #itsmorefuninthephilippines.
I am certain it’s not about maniacal drivers, especially, Jeepneys that load and unload anytime, anywhere or cars that don’t signal at all.
Earlier this year, we got into an accident because of a bus switching lanes pretending he didn’t see us. And, of course, instead of offering how to fix the car, he offered P500 to fix the side mirror and said: “Pasensha na po, namamasada lang po ako (Sorry, I’m just trying to make a living) and adds that “nagmamadali kasi ako para makadami ng pasahero” (was rushing so I can have more passengers). That reasoning became a staple behavior for drivers.
This makes my blood boil, my head swell, and my ear ache. Since I can remember this sad excuse has been used a billion times and it has to stop now.
According to the Philippine Star, an average of 34 Filipinos are killed daily in road accidents. Additionally, it was mentioned during the Rappler’s initiative:
“How Do We Make Philippine Road Safer” dialogue, that transport related crashes have increased sharply from 15,572 in 2014 to 24,565 in 2016. This means that there are 12, 410 deaths related to road accidents a year on the average.
Road accidents are caused by one or all of the following;
Oftentimes, drivers are not even aware of road rules and road courtesy and when questioned they would answer “I didn’t know that. These situations would lead you to ask “how did this person acquire his license? A professional one at that too, yet simple road courtesy you don’t know?”
Excuses like these must stop now! Lives are put at risk with this kind of excuse. To be informed of road rules and road courtesy is every driver’s obligation and responsibility.
It is understandable that divers of passenger vehicles are trying to make a living but this should be done without endangering other drivers, their passengers, and even themselves. Private vehicle owners are also trying to make a living; time and money are wasted during road accidents which affect the livelihood of the persons involved, the drivers and passengers.
Ignorance is not an excuse. There are tons of books, articles, and blogs out there where a driver can acquire information.
Let us try to keep our roads safe and accidents free.
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Millie is currently working as the Features Editor for WhenInManila.com. She loves to collaborate, organize workshops, photography, cook, and eat. When she’s not busy, she reads and travels with the family to discover beautiful places. She also believes that it is only when you get out of your comfort zone that you will truly realize who you are.