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[–] [email protected] 19 points 2 months ago (6 children)

I agree that it is somewhat pessimistic, but the key part is the amount of money in it. History has shown that capitalism (especially in the US) has long lasting impacts that we cannot comprehend yet. I think clear regulations and safety standards are crucial to make AVs useful for people.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 2 months ago (5 children)

Yup. The worst part is how the problems AVs claim to solve are already solved using existing technology that have other benefits like fewer emissions and physical activity.

[–] FireRetardant 10 points 2 months ago (3 children)

But a handful of people won't get rich off nationalized rail or municipal transit. A handful of people will get rich by private solutions like self driving cars.

[–] ch00f 4 points 2 months ago

Doesn’t even have to be nationalized. Bring back the railroad barons and lets party like it’s the 20s.

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