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Tesla Robotaxis Launch in Texas 🚗 | DoorDash Driver Tells Customer to ‘Choke on It’ 😱

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The future of gig work is transforming with autonomous vehicles gaining momentum and companies seeking new ways to increase profits at drivers' expense. We discuss how these changes will impact drivers across the country and what strategies workers can use to adapt.

• Waymo has applied for a permit to test autonomous vehicles in New York City despite strict regulations
• DoorDash driver likely got deactivated after leaving a note saying "hope you choke on it" when unhappy with order compensation
• Drone delivery for food orders shows impressive stability with minimal spillage despite landing challenges
• Walmart is testing "dark stores" (customer-free warehouses) to speed up delivery preparation and efficiency
• A Columbia Business School study confirms Uber has increased its take rate from 32% to 42% (sometimes over 50%) through algorithmic pricing
• Tesla has launched robotaxis in Austin priced at just $4.20 per ride, raising questions about long-term sustainability
• Uber is launching new ad formats in their app and across other platforms to create additional revenue streams
• Market Wagon offers an alternative gig opportunity with guaranteed pay via paper checks for farm-to-table deliveries

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