Tesla is reportedly bringing a limited version of its robotaxi service to San Francisco

Core Insights - Tesla is launching a limited version of its robotaxi service in San Francisco, following an initial rollout in Austin, Texas, which began last month [1] - The service will include a driver in the driver's seat due to the lack of proper permits for driverless testing or deployment [1] - Tesla is currently only allowed to provide rides to employees, and it is in the process of obtaining regulatory approval for public rides in California [2] Group 1 - The California DMV is attempting to prevent Tesla from selling vehicles in the state amid a lawsuit regarding the company's self-driving promises [3] - Tesla is also facing a trial related to fatalities associated with its Autopilot driver assistance system [3] - The Austin robotaxi service has been invite-only since June 22, primarily operating in downtown Austin with safety operators present [4] Group 2 - The current robotaxi service is a far cry from the fully autonomous solution that CEO Elon Musk has been promoting for years [5] - Musk had previously claimed that Tesla's autonomous software could drive from Los Angeles to New York, a claim that has not materialized [5] - Tesla is also looking to expand its robotaxi service to Florida and Arizona, with certification processes underway for testing in Arizona [5]