Tesla Inc. has received regulatory approval to initiate a charter service utilizing company-employed drivers. The California Public Utilities Commission granted this permit, which primarily allows Tesla to provide transportation for its employees in company-owned vehicles. Although this does not permit rideshare services or driverless operations, industry analysts suggest this could facilitate testing of software essential for future mobility services. Tesla's plans remain unclear regarding the charter service's operational locations and how the permit will be utilized beyond initial employee transport.
The California Public Utilities Commission granted Tesla a transportation charter-party carrier permit, allowing the company to transport its employees in company-owned vehicles.
Tesla's charter service permit may serve as a testing ground for software development needed for a future rideshare service, whether driverless or with drivers.
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