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It’s a great idea. Taco Bell on wheels, eight ingredients or whatever.

I went to a McDonalds today and the line of cars in the drive-thru was out of the lot. I went inside, and there was no line. People will go to lengths to not leave their bubble (in this case, their cars). A fast food company could make a killing if they can get the menu/vehicle right.

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You're just describing food trucks, and there's plenty of cities which have a large number of them.

Importantly, though, the food trucks stay in a single location for at least the duration of an entire meal service. They aren't roving around the whole day.

The location thing is a pretty big deal because they need permits to occupy the space. They also require someone to take orders and exchange money. And to your point, since they sit in one spot all day, you order from them if you come across one, not because it pops into your mind that it’s an easy option at home.

Mmmmm, food trucks. Great idea!

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