Tesla has secured a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission to run a transportation service in California, which is a step towards offering driverless taxi rides in the state.
The permit obtained by Tesla allows it to operate a shuttle service for employees with drivers behind the steering wheel.
This permit is different from the permits required to offer robotaxi rides and Tesla has not applied for the necessary permits for driverless services.
For Tesla to offer autonomous ride-hailing services, it must seek permission from the state's Public Utilities Commission and the Department of Motor Vehicles.