Michael Smith

Transportation and disability advocate. Created and administer the site Robotaxi.rodeo . Co-founded Walk San Francisco (walkSF.org), Swiftly (goSwift.ly), and NextBus (NextBus.com). Working to make transportation accessible and safe for all. Been disabled by serious long COVID since 2022.
  • Joined: 12/17/2023
  • Articles: 54

Waymos are bad drivers too

The recent torching of a Waymo robotaxi shows that there simply is no smooth sailing for the company. Sure, they might drive somewhat better than Cruise vehicles. But they still have serious flaws that show that long term viability is doubtful. Plus they do stupid things, and when they do they are quite vulnerable. Therefore they have now become the target of robotaxi ire.
Read MoreWaymos are bad drivers too
Tesla crash and fire

Investors excited by Tesla flimflammery, while execs clearly see the impending disaster

The recent Tesla earnings call clearly showed that the company was having serious problems. Yet enough investors bought into the hype of the new low-cost vapor car to increase the price. At the same time important execs are leaving the company, and one in a very spectacular vote of no confidence. When will investors realize they've been hoodwindked?
Read MoreInvestors excited by Tesla flimflammery, while execs clearly see the impending disaster