Aurora Expands Driverless Freight Network to El Paso
Aurora Innovation has introduced a new driverless freight corridor between Fort Worth and El Paso, Texas, marking its second autonomous route in the United States. This addition follows the company's initial Dallas–Houston route launched earlier this year.
Network Expansion and Achievements
The company has extended its commercial freight network by establishing a 600-mile (965-kilometre) driverless route in Texas. Aurora has surpassed 100,000 driverless miles (160,000 kilometres) on public roads and plans to deploy hundreds of driverless trucks in 2026.
Current Operations and Safety Record
Aurora currently operates five autonomous trucks without human drivers, reporting a perfect safety and on-time delivery record. Clients on the new El Paso route include Hirschbach Motor Lines, Russell Transport, and other logistics providers focused on continuous, long-distance operations.
“Six months out from launch, we’re achieving more industry-firsts, expanding quickly, and paving the way to deploy hundreds of trucks next year,” said Chris Urmson, co-founder and CEO at Aurora.
Key Points
- New 600-mile driverless corridor between Fort Worth and El Paso
- Second autonomous route after Dallas–Houston
- Over 100,000 driverless miles completed on public roads
- Five autonomous trucks currently in operation
- Plans for hundreds of trucks in 2026
- Clients include major logistics companies like Hirschbach Motor Lines and Russell Transport
Summary: Aurora Innovation has rapidly expanded its driverless freight network in Texas, exceeding 100,000 autonomous miles, maintaining a flawless safety record, and preparing to scale up operations significantly in 2026.