TechCrunch Industry News Aurora’s driverless trucks can now travel farther distances faster than human drivers
Feb 13, 2026
Autonomous trucks now cover 1,000-mile routes in about 15 hours, outpacing legal limits for human drivers. Plans to expand nonstop service across the Sunbelt and many U.S. states are outlined. Company revenue milestones, large losses while scaling, fleet growth goals and a pristine safety record are discussed. New software and second‑generation hardware aim to cut costs and validate more routes.
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Driverless Trucks Beat Legal Human Limits
- Aurora's driverless trucks can travel 1,000 miles between Fort Worth and Phoenix in about 15 hours, faster than human drivers under federal rules.
- This speed advantage creates meaningful cost and time economics for freight customers like Uber Freight and FedEx.
Commercial Expansion Across The Sunbelt
- Aurora plans to expand across the Sunbelt, moving from developer to commercial operator with multiple driverless routes already active.
- The company earned revenue since April and expects growth as it adds trucks and new routes.
Revenue Is Small Versus Large Losses
- Aurora reported modest revenue ($3M for the year, $1M in Q4) but heavy losses, reflecting scaling costs.
- Net loss grew to $816M in 2025 as the company invests to scale operations.