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Re:Apple Car: For Real This Time? by mcbutterbunz on Sunday January 24, 2021 @11:17PM (#25899039)
In larger cities, yes. In midsize cities, unlikely. The walkability score in my neighborhood is not very good. If I want to go to the store, I can hop on my car when and be there in 10 minutes. If I had to wait for a car to come pick me up everything, that would be annoying.

Not only that, but lots of people’s identities are grounded in the type of car they drive. You’ll never pry that away from those people, you’ll have to wait for a new generation who haven’t formed that type of bond to an vechicle.

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Re:Apple Car: For Real This Time? by kyriakos on Monday January 25, 2021 @12:02AM (#25899438)
I agree on the immediate availability of your car being an issue that will hinder this model but the 2nd concern can be addressed by having multiple subscription levels with a premium level guaranteeing only luxury cars pick you up.

Either way I consider cars a personal item same way as I wouldn't share my laptop.

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Re:Apple Car: For Real This Time? by tonyedgecombe on Monday January 25, 2021 @06:56AM (#25902172)
Not only that, but lots of people’s identities are grounded in the type of car they drive.

That didn't happen by accident. It has taken a huge effort on the part of car manufacturers to get to that point.

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