You would not have such problems if you drove a car. 
altough its true both against the better judgement of most people
car is still not very affordble to most. admit it, many though very
cool driving every month brain migraine gettoing money to
payinstalments.
isuggest taking cab occasionally if you need the convenient and
speed to reach your desitnation. when not in rush take public
transport. it should add up monthly less than having a car and
maintainance. COE high for first hand but engine more reliable.
cheap no for second hand but may have quality conplicaionts