repositioning

Definition

The act of a driver moving to a different location without a passenger to find a new ride request, often after completing a trip in an area with low demand.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 're-' meaning 'again' and 'positio' meaning 'a placing or setting,' the term describes the act of placing something in a new or different position.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe a potential hidden cost for gig-economy drivers as robotaxis take over, noting that drivers may waste more unpaid time driving to new areas to find work.

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