aurora.tech · Market Analysis

Aurora Innovation, Inc. (AUR) develops and deploys self-driving technology for freight and…

Team
  • Chris UrmsonCOFOUNDER • Chief Executive Officer
Categories
Autonomous TransportationSelf-driving TechnologyFreight LogisticsPassenger Mobility
Business Model
Driver-as-a-Service (Platform-as-a-Service)
Funding
Total Raised$4.173B
Last RoundPost-IPO Equity · $483M — 2024
Markets
United States

Players (10)

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Kodiak Robotics

kodiak.ai

Develops SAE Level 4 autonomous technology for long-haul and off-road freight trucking, with commercial operations and defense contracts.

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Gatik

gatik.ai

Specializes in SAE Level 4 autonomous middle-mile logistics, focusing on retail partnerships and short-haul routes.

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Waabi

waabi.ai

AI-driven autonomous trucking company focused on hub-to-hub freight with cost-effective development and strategic partnerships.

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Einride

einride.tech

Provides electric, SAE Level 4 autonomous freight solutions with remote operation, emphasizing sustainability and commercial deployments.

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Waymo

waymo.com

Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle division, operating large-scale robotaxi and autonomous trucking fleets in multiple U.S. cities.

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Plus

plus.ai

Offers PlusDrive, a driver-assistance system for trucks, with plans to evolve to full autonomy; active commercial deployments and partnerships.

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TuSimple

tusimple.com

Pioneered autonomous trucking with driver-out demonstrations and commercial partnerships with major logistics companies.

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Tesla

tesla.com

Develops autonomous driving technology for passenger vehicles and the Tesla Semi, focusing on advanced driver-assistance and full self-driving.

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NVIDIA

nvidia.com

Provides DRIVE platform for autonomous vehicle development, supplying hardware and software to trucking and automotive OEMs.

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Mercedes-Benz Group

mercedes-benz-trucks.com

Develops autonomous driving systems for commercial vehicles, including trucks and vans, with a focus on safety and scalability.

Funding Rounds

Seed2017
Series A · $90M2018
Series B · $600M2019
Corporate Round · $400M2020
Post-IPO Equity · $1.8B2021
Post-IPO Equity · $820M2023
Post-IPO Equity · $483M2024