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Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

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Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#71

I'm curious about how the customer knows they are getting the grade of gasoline that they paid for. The stuff that comes directly out of the pump is periodically measured by regulators. What assurance does the Yoshi customer get that they are not getting 87 after paying for 91?

How do you know the stuff at the gas station is actually 91 and not 87, how do you know the regulators do their jobs properly and aren't bought out by Big Oil?

The answer to all questions is that random private individuals or groups do the tests. If it's a big enough concern among their customers, some of them will do it. Some customers at regular gas stations already do these tests on their own because not all gas stations are the same. (A few people even make their own gas.)

Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#75
post #50

> Today, the company’s fuel delivery drivers are 1099 contractors Why? Even if truck driving jobs tend to be contract positions, this isn't any driving job. And it certainly isn't uber.

That may not fly for long. DoL is cracking down. Their drivers need a commercial drivers license with a hazmat endorsement.[1] There's also a TSA background check before you get to drive a gasoline tanker, even a small one. Why doesn't the fueling vehicle have a full-sized hazmat diamond, like every other fuel truck in the US? [1] https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/pubs/cdl_htm/sec9

>Why doesn't the fueling vehicle have a full-sized hazmat diamond, like every other fuel truck in the US?

HN generally assumes such regulations are merely the work of corrupt politicians in the corporate pockets trying to slow disruption.

Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#76

I'm curious about how the customer knows they are getting the grade of gasoline that they paid for. The stuff that comes directly out of the pump is periodically measured by regulators. What assurance does the Yoshi customer get that they are not getting 87 after paying for 91?

They could give you the receipt or scan it and send it to your phone..

Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#77
post #23

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I actually think this is a pretty good idea, especially if you can also handle the annoying, piddly maintenance stuff, like tire pressure, fluids and perhaps oil changes for me.

> fluids and perhaps oil changes for me You're wanting a full service mechanic to come out to you. That's not what this service is (nor do I think you can commercially change oil and other fluids in random parking lots).

> nor do I think you can commercially change oil and other fluids in random parking lots

YourMechanic seems to offer that: https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter

Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#79
post #69

I am seeing a bigger picture here, on-demand services for your car, mechanical repairs, washing etc the gas is only to get the ball rolling. Yoshi is a really cool name :)

Also relevant [0]

0: https://www.yourmechanic.com/

Re: Yoshi (YC S16) launches “set it and forget it” vehicle re-fueling service in SF

#80
post #10

Hi, I'm one of the founders. Happy to answer any questions!

What is your USDOT number showing you're authorized to commercially carry hazardous materials, like gasoline?

Actually that's publicly findable information:

USDOT 2724248

Yoshi Inc., Sunnyvale, CA

Types Transported:

- Liquids and Gases

- Haz-mats

[1] http://transportation-services.findthecompany.com/l/3180484/...

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