Do the advantages of private means of transportation such as cars and motorbikes outweigh the disadvantages, of public transport (trains, buses and taxis)? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your own experience.
In the current era, a common perception rules the fascination of people that private means of transit offer incomparable benefits which modes of mass transit is never matched. But is this really the case, is something that needs a deep analysis.
Undeniably, the benefits afforded by private mobility modes are inimitable, the most prominent being unsurpassable convenience and freedom. One intending to undertake a journey does not need to go to a bus or a railway station to start a trip, and can instead initiate it from their doorstep. Not only this, they can directly arrive at their destination, saving them invaluable time and efforts. Apart from this, one is also emancipated/liberated of the obligation of following a timetable along with bearing the delays caused by scheduled stops enroute.
Similarly, many also enumerate a major attribute that makes individual modes the most favoured method of commuting, the safety. Private four wheelers and two wheelers are considered to be a safe bet when travelling with women, children and elderly. This mode provides protection against any untoward incident that could jeopardize the safety of travellers. Moreover, in wee hours, only this mode can provide a reliable means of commuting.
Nevertheless, despite certain weaknesses, the mass transit system offers a healthy alternative, in terms of affordability and environmentally friendly. This medium can be approached by all, regardless of their economic backgrounds; thus, rendering mobility to society. Also, since fewer units are required to move more and more commuters, which eliminates traffic snarls and, thereby, mitigating pollution.
In hindsight, I strongly feel that even though private conveyance does enjoy an edge over the public modes of transit in certain areas, the latter is more acceptable, by virtue of its crucial characteristics which dwarfs its failing
