To reduce the pollution caused by cars in Singapore, the Singapore government:

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Limiting the number of cars by requiring owners to have permits, which are allocated by auctions is an effective method to reduce pollution caused by cars. This helps to reduce traffic congestion and encourages the use of public transportation. The auction process for the permits also generates revenue for the government, which can be invested in further improving public transportation infrastructure. Subsidising train tickets may encourage some people to use public transportation, but it may not be enough to significantly reduce the number of cars on the road. Requiring people to buy electric cars could be cost-prohibitive and may not be feasible for everyone. Charging higher tolls on busy inner-city roads may discourage some people from driving, but it may not address the root cause of the problem, which is the high number of cars on the road.

To Reduce the Pollution Caused by Cars in Singapore, the Singapore