Tesla enters the self-driving taxi business
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Most are operated by Waymo, owned by Alphabet, the same company that owns Google. And now Tesla has its own driverless taxis, which is bad news all around. Here's why. I'm Kim Commando for LinkedIn. A great hire changes everything. LinkedIn's AI Assistant filters applicants, showing the top matches fast. Post your job for free at linkedin.com slash kim. Driverless cars, especially taxis, have serious issues. You can get left in the wrong place, sometimes blocks away. Pickup locations are almost as bad. Traffic violations are pretty common. With Tesla joining in, you have a company with at least 20 ongoing lawsuits over Tesla's self-driving mode. Many involve fatal or serious injuries. As I said, so far, these things only operate in six large cities.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:00–4:34
2
What risks should you consider before using Tesla's self-driving taxis?
4:34–4:52
3
How do Tesla's self-driving taxis compare to Waymo's services?
4:52–5:37
4
What are the common issues faced by driverless taxis?
5:37–6:12
5
Why are there ongoing lawsuits against Tesla's self-driving features?
6:12–6:37
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What should you know about the operational limitations of driverless taxis?
6:37–6:43
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How can you stay informed about tech updates and risks?
6:43–7:06