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Old Crank

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1. 14 deaths for pedestrians in SF so far in 2023
Thu Sep 28, 2023, 07:12 AM
Sep 2023

How many were Robo taxis? Zero. I couldn't find the injury numbers. If reported they are usually more than 10 times greater.
If these things can reduce danger and reduce vehicle miles travelled they will be good. If they can reduce the need for people to feel like they need at least one car to get around they will be good.

When I need a car, I rent one. I can rent by the hour, day or longer.
Much cheaper than ownership. Average cost per month in the US is almost $900.

Do they have issues to fwork out? Yes. There are some many things to program in for that we as drivers probably don't even look out for. More autonomous vehicles with interconnectivity the better and safer the roads will get.

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