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Tesla to roll out human-driven chauffeur service in Bay Area, California regulator says
SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUL 26 – California regulators said Tesla lacks the required permits to operate autonomous robotaxis in the Bay Area, unlike competitors Waymo who obtained approvals in 2023.
- Tesla intends to broaden the use of its existing charter-party carrier permit to offer chauffeur-driven rides throughout the Bay Area starting this weekend.
- This expansion follows Tesla notifying the California Public Utilities Commission on Thursday about extending its permit to offer rides to friends, family, and select public members under non-autonomous conditions.
- California regulators emphasize Tesla lacks permits to operate autonomous vehicles for passenger transport and require a human driver at the wheel during service.
- Tesla’s driver assistance systems, like Autopilot and FSD Supervised, mandate drivers ready to intervene, while Tesla’s robotaxi fleet currently operates in Austin, Texas under human supervision.
- Local officials expressed concern over Tesla’s limited communication about the service, and authorities warn deployment without permits could lead to vehicle seizure and regulatory action.
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