If You’re Reading This in Jakarta, You’re Probably Stuck in Traffic

Three of the ten worst cities in the world for traffic congestion are in Southeast Asia. Recently-compiled data reveals city drivers around the world are spending an average of one-third of their journey idling. It is a common refrain among drivers in Asia’s big cities to lament they are stuck in the world’s most awful traffic. However, unless one is in Jakarta, staring at the unmoving vehicle in front, it could be worse. An analysis based on satellite navigation data, contributed...

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