We are racing toward a future of robotaxis and automation, but we’re ignoring the profound cost of losing human connection. Taxis aren't just vehicles; they are the pulse of a city. When you sit in a cab, you aren’t just getting from point A to B; you’re sharing a brief, intimate space with a neighbor. You hear stories, get local tips, and engage in that vital "third space" interaction that keeps society glued together. If we replace every driver with a cold, silent algorithm, we move one step closer to a sterile, lonely existence where we only interact with screens. Efficiency is great, but at what price? We need to protect these jobs to save our collective sanity and social fabric. Let’s keep the human in the driver’s seat. #culture #society #urbanism https://thoxt.com/l/NDDJMX 🔗