Just thought I'd chime in! Started on the IIgs, loved the graphics, music and artwork from the manual. I even use the hand drawn sketch of the 'dogfighter' as my twitter pic.
The article pretty much contradicts this - the cars don't drive themselves exceptionally well, unless you're constantly monitoring them. This is expected considering the actual capabilities of Tesla's 'FSD,' but it falls short of the promised performance.
I commuted via bus/RER/metro from the suburbs through Paris to La Defense for many years and didn't have that experience. It's not Japan but outside of strikes it was reliable enough. Also, the 'less wealthy' folks usually can't afford nor want all the expenses associated with car ownership in France. It's much more affordable to get a Navigo pass.
The weather is nice year round, lots a hiking nearby, beach is 40 min drive and easier commute to work while still being able to visit the city at night or weekends when you want. Good public schools if you live in the right areas. My personal favorite is the lack of mosquitos. I've lived in the midwest, south, new england and in Europe and never even considered there could be a place with such pleasant weather and no mosquitos. It does get chilly in the evenings though.