Last week I rented a vehicle through one of the many popular car-sharing platforms.
The whole process went pretty smoothly and I didnt crash, which is always a good thing.
But the one inconvenient aspect was drop off and collection.
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Most will be nearby at one of Vays teledriving centres.
The model is now beginning to appear on public roads.
For customers, teledriving is billed as a more convenient alternative to traditional car-sharing.
For operators, it could mean the difference between success or failure.
The company claims it can double the amount of time vehicles are in use, boosting revenues.
Vay has shown it can provide an effective stepping stone.
In December, Vay raised $95mn (87mn) in a Series B round.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
