It is suggested by some people that one way to settle the problem of traffic jam is to paying heavy taxes for using private transport. This method can help reduce traffic congestion to a moderate degree but may less effective than some other solutions discussed below.
It is undeniable that taxing private vehicles can reduce traffic congestion. If people have to pay more for their own vehicles, they will of course switch to public transport in order to save their money. When there are fewer personal vehicles on the road, traffic will decrease significantly and traffic jams will not be as common. However, this solution also simplifies the traffic picture because it does not consider that many public vehicles on the road will also cause traffic jams. For example, the simultaneous appearance of public transport during rush hours creates as much congestion as people using personal vehicles.
Otherwise, there are many more effective solutions to reducing traffic congestion than taxing private vehicles. Firstly, companies should give their employees flexible working hours, meaning that as long as they work 8 hours a day, they can come and go whenever they want. With that solution, people can avoid going out to work during peak hours, resulting in a moderate number of vehicles on streets all day round. Another possible option is to apply employees work online, which means that they can work at home some days a week. This not only brings workers convenience and freedom, but also actively contributes to reducing traffic congestion and making the streets more open.
In conclusion, while taxing private vehicles can reduce traffic congestion, this approach may not be as effective as measures such as flexible working hours or adopting teleworking.