Commercial Launch of Driverless Trucks
Aurora has launched driverless trucks operating commercially on the Dallas to Houston route. This marks a significant milestone in autonomous freight technology.
Safety and Regulatory Advancements
Aurora closed the safety case for their Dallas to Houston launch lane, achieving a 100% ARM, and published a driverless safety report. They have support from Texas Governor Greg Abbott and are engaging with federal and state regulators.
Strong On-Road Performance
The Aurora driver achieved a 95% success rate in loads running the production release software with a 100% API, exceeding the commercial launch target of 90%.
Planned Expansion of Operations
Aurora plans to expand operations to Fort Worth, El Paso, and Phoenix by the second half of 2025, and to validate night driving and adverse weather conditions.
Financial Strength and Extended Cash Runway
Aurora ended the first quarter with $1.2 billion in cash and short-term investments, extending their expected cash runway into the fourth quarter of 2026.