There's no escaping heavy traffic in the Phillipines. Whatever time of day you choose to travel, you'll get stuck in one. Wherever you're going, everybody's going there too. Pinoys can't do anything but accept it. Or rather, they won't do anything. I've seen it a hundred times, and you probably have too. Here's the top 4 reasons why we can't solve our traffic problems.

Inconsiderate Drivers - Public buses and jeepneys are the most famous violators of decent road conduct. For once I would like to see a bus not park itself sideways in the middle of the road while waiting for passengers. They are also lightning quick, especially if racing for the next stop. Jeepneys on the other hand likes to touch every lane of the road.

Undisciplined Pedestrians - Driving in Manila is like a huge obstacle course. Aside from trying not to be plowed by buses, you have to dodge people darting from one side of the road to another. Sidewalks, walkways, and overpasses are made for a reason, but this reason escapes too many Pinoys. Although to their defense, sidewalks and overpasses are oftentimes too crowded because of vendors and peddlers. At worst, it is a hive for cutpurses and other small time thieves.
Road Constructions - Every God-given day there's a construction going on. And I mean everyday. A construction along C5 will put traffic to a crawl from Ortigas to Cubao.

Narrow Roads - As a friend of mine once said, the pioneers of our country did not expect Manila's population to grow this much, thus they made our roads too small and narrow. And now we are paying for it.

The public transportation of choice for most Filipinos, jeepneys or jeeps has been around ever since the end of World War 2. For (as of this post) P7.50/4 km., it's affordable enough for an average Pinoy.

Jeepneys' history dates back right after World War 2, when American soldiers gave or sold their extra military jeeps to local Filipinos. Roofs, seats, bright decals, and several hood ornaments were added to make this truly unique Pinoy symbol.

Lately jeeps are evolving. I saw an air-conditioned one over at Ayala the other day. Loud sound systems are not uncommon either. I even rode one with on-board DVD, playing Ironman just last week. But whatever modifications or additions a jeep may have, it won't lose its traces of traditional jeepneys that the Philippines has been known for.