Tesla has taken a significant step forward by securing a transportation permit in California, yet faces regulatory hurdles in its quest to launch autonomous robotaxis. As the company gears up for the release of its Cybercab,

Tesla has made progress in releasing its robotaxi service in California by receiving a new permit allowing it to operate a transportation service in the state—but there are restrictions in place. The EV maker is a long way from seeing its robotaxi fleet on California streets,

The taxi service will initially operate with Tesla employee drivers only, use current-model vehicles, and won’t allow for driverless rides.