US EditionTesla gets first in a series of permits it needs to run robotaxis in California
- Tesla has received a permit in California to operate a taxi service for its employees, as confirmed by a spokesperson for the California Public Utilities Commission.
- The permit does not allow Tesla to use its Full Self Driving mode or operate driverless taxis.
- Currently, Tesla will transport only its employees on pre-arranged trips using the permit, as confirmed by CPUC spokesperson Terrie Prosper.
- Tesla plans to inform the commission when it will start providing taxi services to the public, according to agency guidelines.
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