Tesla (TSLA) has officially obtained a permit in California to operate an internal fleet for a ride-hailing service, but

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) gave Tesla its much-awaited ride-hail permit, which it needs to officially begin its robotaxi operations. This follows the application that Tesla made last year which now designates it as a transportation charter-party carrier (TCP).

Tesla ( NASDAQ: TSLA) secured a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on Tuesday to operate a transportation service in the state, marking the first step in a lengthy regulatory process that could ultimately pave the way for the company to launch a robotaxi service there.