The Danger of Private Bridges
It turns out that a privately owned bridge is responsible for ”carrying one-third of all road trade — or more than $122 billion in goods a year” between the U.S. and Canada.
In a remarkable arrangement for a crossing so major, Manuel J. Moroun, a reclusive billionaire from Detroit’s suburbs who oversees a trucking …
Private Roads, Explained
Ever wondered how private roads might work? Drew Carey explains — and it really would be better than you think.
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Road Logic — As Seen on Slashdot
As seen on Slashdot
Garbage collection is fine as a private service, but roads? What would possibly improve by letting individual profit-seeking companies control where and when you are allowed to drive?
It’s a simple answer. Individual profit-seeking companies only make a profit if you can drive when and where you want. Right now, only …