Tesla gets ride-hail permit in California

The California Public Utilities Commission granted Tesla’s application for a ride-hail permit, a required first step in the automaker’s goal to launch a robotaxi service in the state.

This CPUC permit is the first bit of paperwork Tesla will need to begin testing its driverless taxis in the state.

This A Certificate will only allow the company to transport its own employees as passengers in Tesla cars for the time being.

Last year Tesla introduced the Cybercab, an autonomous car without pedals and a steering wheel.