Aurora Innovation's Driverless Trucking Launch

Aurora Innovation has officially launched its commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas, becoming the first company in the U.S. to operate driverless heavy-duty trucks on public roads. The service currently runs between Dallas and Houston, with plans to expand to El Paso and Phoenix by the end of 2025.

Powered by its Aurora Driver—an SAE Level 4 autonomous system—Aurora’s trucks have safely completed over 1,200 driverless miles and more than three million supervised autonomous miles, delivering over 10,000 customer loads. The system uses advanced sensors capable of detecting hazards hundreds of meters away, and features full redundancy in key systems like braking, steering, and communications.

Initial launch partners include Uber Freight and Hirschbach Motor Lines, both of which have participated in long-term pilot programs. The autonomous trucks will help increase safety, reduce inefficiencies, and free up human drivers from long-haul routes.
 

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Aurora emphasizes a safety-first approach, having published a Driverless Safety Report and completed a rigorous safety case to demonstrate road-readiness. Its use of Verifiable AI ensures that the trucks follow traffic rules and react appropriately to complex scenarios like red-light runners or emergency vehicles.

The launch is supported by Texas leadership and is seen as a key milestone in transforming freight logistics through autonomous technology.

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