San Diego, CA
Tesla Robotaxi Deployment in California
25%
Testing Zone
Completed
3
of 12 milestones
In Progress
0
active milestones
Vehicles
—
deployed
Status
Supervised
operation mode
*
To remove safety monitors, Tesla needs Driverless Tester Permit and CPUC enrollment.
Milestone Status
Tesla Insurance Available
Tesla Insurance is available in this state
2019
Permit Applied
Tesla has applied for AV testing/deployment permit
2024
Permit Received
Tesla has received AV testing/deployment permit
Jul 2, 2025
Vehicle Operator Job Ads
Tesla is advertising for vehicle operator positions
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Fleet Support Job Ads
Tesla is advertising for fleet support positions
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Final Regulatory Approval
Full regulatory approval received for autonomous operation
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Route Validation Tests
Route mapping and safety validation testing completed
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Robotaxi App Access Opens
Robotaxi app becomes available for riders
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Public Test Program Launched
Public testing program has begun
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Geofence Expanded
Operating area has been expanded
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20+ Vehicles Deployed
At least 20 vehicles deployed in this market
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No Safety Monitor
Vehicles operating without human safety monitor
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Milestone Timeline
Permit Received
Jul 2, 2025
Permit Applied
2024
Tesla Insurance Available
2019