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'A neoliberal nightmare': my ride on the Vegas Loop
Ten years ago, after complaining that traffic was ‘driving him nuts’, Musk’s Boring Company began building underground tunnels to ease congestion on the roads. Did he overpromise and underdeliver?
TL;DR
- The Boring Company, founded by Elon Musk to alleviate traffic congestion, has been criticized for overpromising and underdelivering.
- The Vegas Loop, the only operational city project, offers a slow and underwhelming experience with few passengers, contrary to Musk's futuristic vision.
- Critics like Ray Delahanty and Ben Leffel describe the Loop as a 'transit scam' and 'neoliberal nightmare,' questioning its utility and cost-effectiveness.
- The company's projects are often privately funded, allowing them to bypass regulatory oversight and environmental impact studies.
- Boring has faced allegations of violating environmental regulations and safety protocols in Las Vegas.
- Expanded Boring projects are planned for Las Vegas and Nashville, with concerns raised about transparency and logistical feasibility.
- The Boring Company's strategy involves seeking symbiosis with the state, benefiting from public funds and operating in areas with minimal regulation.