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Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) generates frequent news as it advances self-driving technology for freight and ride-hailing. The company’s announcements focus on the Aurora Driver self-driving system, commercial driverless trucking routes, and partnerships across the transportation ecosystem. Readers of this page can follow how Aurora’s autonomous trucks are being deployed on major freight lanes and integrated into existing logistics workflows.
News coverage for AUR often highlights new driverless routes, such as lanes between Dallas and Houston, Fort Worth and El Paso, and Fort Worth and Phoenix, as well as milestones in driverless miles on public roads. Aurora also reports on expanding operations to nighttime driving, opening terminals like its Phoenix facility, and scaling its driverless fleet to haul customer freight for carriers including Hirschbach, Werner, and Russell Transport.
Another key theme in Aurora’s news is partnerships and integrations. Press releases describe collaborations with McLeod Software to embed the Aurora Driver into transportation management systems, agreements with Detmar Logistics to haul frac sand for a major energy producer in the Permian Basin, and ongoing work with truck manufacturers and technology partners such as Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, AUMOVIO, and NVIDIA.
Investors and industry observers will also find updates on quarterly results, business review conference calls, and appearances at investor conferences hosted by firms like Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and others. For anyone tracking autonomous trucking, the AUR news feed provides a centralized view of Aurora’s commercial progress, technology developments, and strategic relationships over time.
Aurora Innovation Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) and Covenant Logistics Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVLG) announced a partnership to integrate Aurora's autonomous trucking product, Aurora Horizon, into Covenant's long-haul operations. This collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency and driver quality of life while optimizing fuel efficiency. Key initiatives include identifying impactful routes and conducting educational efforts on autonomous technology's benefits. Executives from both companies expressed optimism about improving supply chain efficiency.
Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) announced strong first-quarter results for 2022, highlighting key milestones and advancements in technology. CEO Chris Urmson emphasized the company's progress in developing the Aurora Driver for large-scale deployment and the expansion of its partner ecosystem, which includes industry leaders like Toyota and FedEx. A business review call is scheduled for May 4 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time, with a webcast available on the company's investor relations website.
Aurora Innovation has announced the launch of the Aurora Beacon, a cloud-based mission control system to enhance the operation of autonomous vehicles. This system will provide customers with real-time data on vehicle health, status, and location, enabling swift responses to issues and optimal vehicle utilization. Currently employed within Aurora's fleet, the Beacon aims to integrate with existing tools in the industry. The initiative is part of Aurora's broader strategy to unlock the potential of self-driving technology for clients like FedEx and Uber Freight.
Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) will release its first quarter 2022 results on May 4, 2022, after market close. The company will conduct a business review conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, which will be available via webcast on Aurora's investor relations website. A replay will be accessible for 30 days following the call. Aurora focuses on advancing self-driving technology across various vehicle types, partnering with major companies like Toyota, FedEx, and Uber to enhance transportation safety and efficiency.
Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ: AUR) and Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN) have announced a commercial pilot to deploy autonomous trucks on a critical freight route between Fort Worth and El Paso, Texas. This collaboration will leverage Aurora's self-driving technology to enable 24/7 freight hauling. The pilot aims to enhance efficiency and reliability, while operators will accompany the trucks for safety. With the route exceeding 600 miles, this initiative seeks to improve service for one of Werner's busiest commercial lanes and marks a significant milestone for scaling autonomous operations.
Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ: AUR) announced the hiring of Kendra Phillips, former CTO of Ryder, to spearhead its trucking and logistics initiatives, enhancing the commercialization of its autonomous trucking product, Aurora Horizon. The company is also expanding its commercial operations, opening three new terminals in El Paso, Fort Worth, and Houston, to facilitate freight transportation along high-volume routes. This strategic move aims to optimize Aurora's offerings to key logistics partners, including FedEx, Uber Freight, and Werner.
Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) has launched Aurora Driver Beta 2.0, enhancing its autonomous driving technology for freight and passenger transport. The update features improved highway and suburban navigation, upgraded cameras for obstacle detection at double the distance, and a new commercial route between Fort Worth and El Paso. This version also includes advanced capabilities for handling challenging driving conditions, such as construction zones. Aurora aims to safely and efficiently operate its truck and ride-hailing services, paving the way for commercial launch.
Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ: AUR) has launched a test fleet of autonomous Toyota Sienna vehicles, integrating its Aurora Driver technology with Toyota’s Vehicle Control Interface. This milestone highlights Aurora’s competitive advantage by demonstrating its Common Core of Technology across various vehicle types. The fleet is currently testing in Texas, focusing on complex driving conditions. Aurora aims to enhance its upcoming autonomous ride-hailing service, Aurora Connect, by leveraging the Sienna's capabilities for popular routes like airport transportation.
Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) announced CEO Chris Urmson will participate in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan 2022 Industrials Conference on March 17, 2022, at 8:50 a.m. EDT. The event will be webcast on Aurora's investor relations website, with a replay available for 30 days post-presentation. Founded in 2017, Aurora focuses on revolutionizing transportation through its self-driving technology, partnering with industry leaders such as Toyota and FedEx. Its flagship product, the Aurora Driver, autonomously operates various vehicle types.
Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ: AUR) announced that CEO Chris Urmson will participate in a fireside chat at the Citi 2022 Global Industrial Tech and Mobility Conference on February 23, 2022, at 2:40 p.m. EST. The session will be webcast live on Aurora’s investor relations website, with a replay available for 30 days. Founded in 2017, Aurora is revolutionizing transportation with its self-driving technology, notably through its flagship product, the Aurora Driver. The company collaborates with industry leaders like Toyota and Uber and conducts testing in various U.S. locations.