> Why would increased operating costs mean they can't offer flexible hours to drivers? Because in no universe does it ever make sense to pay healthcare and num

> Why would increased operating costs mean they can't offer flexible hours to drivers? Because in no universe does it ever make sense to pay healthcare and numerous other benefits to an "employee" who is working 2 hours a week. Thats why. > Is there some magical cost per-driver Yes. It is called fixed costs. Full time employees have a certain level of fixed costs. The obvious example being healthcare.