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As a mum of five in Singapore, my car doesn't buy me status. It buys me time
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As a mum of five in Singapore, my car doesn't buy me status. It buys me time

From CNA · () English

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  • For Kelly Ang, a mother of five in Singapore, a car is not a status symbol but a tool for managing a busy life.
  • Owning a car allows her to balance family, work, and school commitments within a 24-hour day.
  • Despite the high cost of cars in Singapore, Ang finds the value in the time it saves her.

In Singapore, where car ownership is a significant financial commitment, Kelly Ang views her vehicle not as a mark of status but as an essential tool for managing her demanding life as a mother of five.

Ang explains that her car is crucial for navigating the complexities of daily logistics. It enables her to efficiently juggle the needs of her children's schooling, her own work responsibilities, and family life within the constraints of a single day. The time saved by having personal transport is, for her, the most valuable aspect of ownership.

While acknowledging the expense associated with cars in Singapore, Ang's perspective underscores a pragmatic approach to resource allocation. The perceived luxury of a car is outweighed by its functional necessity, providing her with the flexibility and efficiency required to maintain equilibrium between her various roles. Her experience highlights the practical considerations that shape lifestyle choices in a high-cost urban environment.

Cars are expensive in Singapore, but for Ms Kelly Ang, owning one is the best way to fit family, work and school life into 24 hours.

— CNA TODAYDescription of Kelly Ang's rationale for car ownership.
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