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 limited regulatory approval is an early step toward Elon Musk’s goal of offering a Tesla self-driving taxi service.

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted Tesla’s application for a ride-hail permit, a required first step in the automaker’s quest to launch a robotaxi service in the state.