ST Picks: Too many bots, too few instructors The long wait for driving lessons in S’pore

ST Picks: Too many bots, too few instructors The long wait for driving lessons in S’pore

Driving Schools in Singapore Crack Down on Students Using Bots to Book Lesson Slots

Getting a practical driving lesson slot in Singapore has become so difficult that some learners are turning to bots — and paying extra — just to secure a booking. Now, driving schools are fighting back. Students Paying for Bots to Snatch Driving Slots Due to high demand and a limited number of instructors, it’s been hard for students to book practical lessons. To beat the system, some learners are using third-party services that deploy automated…