Robotics needs a Model T moment

And awful. Cars (including all electric cars) have presented and exacerbated very serious problems, both directly and indirectly, for which no solution has yet been found. Cars brought a ton of benefits, certainly, but come with a very steep cost. Whether or not they're a net benefit remains debatable to this day.

Robotics may want to be careful about drawing a comparison to the advent of the auto industry.