Aurora launches commercial driverless trucking between Dallas and Houston

Aurora Innovation/Aurora Driver for trucks

Aurora began regular commercial driverless truck deliveries between Dallas and Houston after closing its safety case, making it the first company to operate commercial autonomous heavy-duty trucking on US public roads. The Aurora Driver logged over 1,200 miles without a driver and 10,000 customer loads over four years of pilots.

• First commercial self-driving heavy-duty truck service on US public roads; CEO rode first autonomous delivery
• Spans routes between Dallas and Houston with partnerships including Uber Freight and Hirschbach Motor Lines
• Plans expansion to El Paso and Phoenix by year-end 2025; uses redundant braking, steering and visibility beyond 400 yards