There Auto Be A Law Pollution is the new standard
Jun 12, 2025
The podcast dives into Tesla's controversial attempt to shield crash data from public scrutiny. It raises concerns about the global disparity in safety standards for automotive technology. The chaos of California traffic and protests against autonomous vehicles are vividly discussed, revealing tensions between innovation and public safety. Highlights include the risks of transporting electric cars, particularly battery fires, and the spotlight on Waymo's commitment to safety versus profit. The need for transparency in the auto industry is a recurring theme, enriched with humor and skepticism.
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Waymo Dog Video Exposes Operational Priorities
- Fred describes Waymo's dog video and argues operating vehicles contradicts claiming 'safety first.'
- He notes operating at scale shows priorities: operations then revenue, safety later.
Autonomy Creates Easy Targets In Protests
- Protesters in LA targeted Waymos, sometimes setting them ablaze, because driverless cars are immobile easy targets.
- Autonomous vehicles' programmed restraint makes them vulnerable during civil unrest.
Tesla Seeks To Block Crash Transparency
- Tesla resists public crash-data release, claiming 'competitive harm' to hide safety performance of Autopilot/FSD.
- Lack of transparency prevents researchers and consumers from assessing real-world risks.
