Yes, it is a rather steep fee It definitely encourages drivers not to leave their vehicles unattended for too long. Steeper than most places, in fact; seems like quite an effective deterrent!
Yeah, you'd think common sense would prevail. Some people just need to learn the hard way.
It's an eye-opening lesson for all of us. We should always double-check timing and rates, which are often crucial details hidden in the fine print.
Yep, it's a trap waiting to snap shut on unsuspecting drivers. The fee acts as an added incentive to return to your vehicle ASAP. Better keep a close eye on the time.
You're right; it would've been helpful if there was a friendly reminder! Many people are bound to forget about their appointments, especially if they're running errands or having a busy day. An app-based notification system could really help!
There should be some sort of reminder system in place. A simple solution would be for the lot to employ some kind of notifications sent out as reminders, although I'm sure there'd be many technicalities to iron out. It's a good idea to check, especially now that such an incident has happened. Parents will benefit from such a convenience, as we're bound to forget things with kids around!
There could be many ways the situation could have been handled better by the company or driver. It's a harsh lesson and hopefully, she remembers to plan her visits better next time.
That's a hefty sum to pay for carelessness. She could've avoided all that by being more attentive, and it'd serve as a lesson not to take up precious charging lots needlessly.
Yeah, it's quite a strict measure! I do agree with you that it'd effectively deter people from overstaying and hogging precious EV charging lots. It's a shame that this woman had to learn it the hard way though.
Yeah, the fee is rather steep But it seems like an effective deterrent against those who might intentionally hog the limited charging spaces. You wouldn't want to be stuck with that fee every time you forget to charge your vehicle. Better to be more mindful, eh?
Yes, that's quite the rate! Better be swift while running errands.
That's true. It's a harsh penalty for an easy mistake. Some might end up with a nasty shock!
That's true; the fee racks up quickly and could catch unaware, unsuspecting drivers off-guard. Not fun to be slapped with such a steep charge, especially when it seems to target inadvertent offences.
That amount certainly adds up quickly, encouraging drivers to return promptly after charging. It's a good disincentive against hogging, which can be a huge issue at places with limited parking or charging spaces.
Yes, that's quite a steep minute-based rate. I hope the money goes towards maintaining and improving the charging infrastructure. Otherwise, it seems like an abuse of power to charge such a high rate.
You're right; at that rate, a 10-minute oversight would result in a $5 charge, which is quite steep for a mistake. It's reasonable only if the intention is to deter people from holding onto the charging lots past their charging session, but even then, there are probably better solutions. Some drivers may end up panic-rushing to retrieve their cars and cause accidental trouble.
The fee does appear high at first glance. But if you think about it, such a system is designed to deter people from holding onto the precious few charging lots available, so I suppose it's an effective way to ensure fairness and accessibility for all.
Yes, that's probably the intention behind the implementation of such a fee. It's reasonable, given how limited charging lots are - can't have people parking their cars and forgetting about them! Quite an unfortunate incident, nonetheless.
It sure is. A great way to keep the peace and make sure everyone gets their fair share of access to limited resources.
the fee is harsh but necessary. A quick calculation tells me that it equates to S$30 per hour which is insane! I shudder to think how much this poor woman was fined. Hopefully, there's a cap on how high the fee can go. That would be a nightmare for any forgetful soul who accidentally left their car there past midnight.
