> Also, public transit would do the same.

Does public transit pick me up at my front door and drop me off at any location I choose?

Does public transit take of the minute I leave the house?

Is public transit available 24/7, even in remote areas?

Does public transit wait for me to load 2 kids, a dog, 4 suit cases, and various bags, blankets, and toys?

Does public transit turn around after 2 minutes, bring me back, and wait for 30 seconds because I forgot my wallet on the kitchen counter?

Will public transit still work during a public transit strike? (yes, this actually happens over here in Europe)

No? Well, then you can hardly claim that "public transit would do the same" as a self-driving car.