Tesla gets approved to launch ride-hailing service in Arizona

Core Points - Tesla has received approval to operate a ride-hailing service in Arizona, having met the requirements for a Transportation Network Company (TNC) permit as of November 17 [1][2] - The company has submitted a self-certification to test autonomous vehicles in Arizona, where regulations are less stringent compared to states like California [2] - Tesla's robotaxi service is currently operational in Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area, with plans to expand to eight to ten cities by the end of 2025 [4] Regulatory Requirements - In Arizona, companies must file a "Law Enforcement Interaction Plan" detailing emergency protocols and compliance with federal law [3] - The state requires a safety monitor to be present in the vehicle during testing, although it is unclear if Tesla will follow this requirement or adopt a different approach as seen in Austin [4] Service Expansion and User Experience - Tesla has expanded access to its app for all iOS users in the US and Canada, though it is uncertain if this expansion included an increase in fleet size [5] - Users have reported inconsistent wait times for the service, with instances of high demand affecting availability [5]