Elon Musk and Tesla's robo-taxi service promises a revolution in urban commuting, yet its implementation could worsen traffic congestion, not alleviate it.
Studies show that ride-hail vehicles travel up to 1.6 miles for every passenger mile, indicating significant inefficiencies that could hinder the benefits of robo-taxis.
Despite the promise of autonomy giving users their time back, the introduction of robotaxis may lead to increased deadheading, worsening already congested roads.
Musk's assertion that autonomous taxis will improve the commuter experience clashes with reality, where deadheading from empty return trips could exacerbate traffic issues.
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