by kleinbl00

Parrott and Reich penned a five-point rebuttal to the Cornell study, spelling out the differences between the two reports. They said the Cornell researchers didn't add in all of the drivers' expenses, including vehicle cleaning, smartphone bills and car insurance. They also noted the Cornell study included tips in its earnings calculations, which isn't allowed under state and local laws. In addition, they said the Cornell research for the most part only took into account the time drivers were on a ride. Time spent waiting for rides, which can be as much as 50%, wasn't always factored in.

"If drivers are really being paid that well," Reich said, "there should be a lot more people wanting to be drivers."

There's a real dearth of rideshare in Seattle as compared to Los Angeles. It's almost as if it's a shittier value proposition.