How to ensure that our transport system does not break down easily?

The recent MRT breakdowns have caused the public to be less trustful of our transport system. Findings have shown that the last time maintainence was carried out on the trains was 10 years ago. This has caused many to question if enough is being done for our transport system. To rebuild public trust and to ensure reliability, I have a few suggestions. Regular maintenance of the transport system is essential to ensure that the transport system is in good condition. However continuance maintenance of old machines would not work. Trains and buses should be upgraded to newer models periodically. This would ensure that our transport system would continue to be efficient. Another way would be to make sure that the transport system is working within its capacity. With growing population in Singapore, there is great pressure on our transport system. The strain on our transport system causes it to be more prone to breakdowns. Purchasing more vehicles would be a far sighted investment. Even though it would mean pumping in more capital in the short term, the vehicles would last longer conversely. I sincerely hope that the related agencies would step up their efforts on the maintenance of our transport system. Let us look forward to a better and more efficient transport system.