Gr Rideshare Adventures Podcast

Uber Riders Cancel for Waymo, $175M Restitution for Drivers, Tesla Pays $33/hr Robotaxi Testers | Ep 265

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We would love to hear your feedback!The gig economy landscape is rapidly transforming with technological advancements and policy changes affecting both drivers and customers alike.Ep 265 News Links• Waymo autonomous vehicles are gaining popularity in Atlanta, where riders cancel multiple human drivers to secure a driverless experience• Amazon is eliminating backdoor and side door deliveries by August 2025 to enhance driver safety• $175 million settlement for rideshare drivers in Massachusetts, guaranteeing $33.48/hour minimum pay for active driving time• Tesla is offering $33/hour positions for robo-taxi safety coordinators as they expand autonomous vehicle testing• Amazon is launching its "most significant grocery expansion ever" with same-day fresh food delivery to over 1,000 cities• Drone delivery is facing economic challenges at $1,350 per delivery compared to $2 for traditional vehicle delivery• DoorDash is partnering with Ace Pickleball Club as their official delivery platform and championship