Aurora Expands Autonomous Trucking Ops, Surpasses 20,000 Driverless Miles

2025-08-02
Aurora Expands Autonomous Trucking Ops, Surpasses 20,000 Driverless Miles

Autonomous trucking technology company Aurora announced an expansion of its commercial operations, including growing its driverless fleet to three trucks and surpassing 20,000 driverless miles by the end of June. They also opened a new terminal in Phoenix and expanded to nighttime driverless operations on its Dallas-to-Houston route, significantly boosting efficiency and shortening delivery times. Aurora's L4 autonomous driving system, the Aurora Driver, leverages advanced lidar technology to detect obstacles earlier in the dark, improving safety. This expansion includes partnerships with two customers to pilot autonomous trucking routes from Dallas to Houston and Fort Worth to Phoenix, aiming to transform the trillion-dollar trucking industry.

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Luxury Overnight Trains Return? Dreamstar Aims to Reshape West Coast Rail Travel

2025-06-06
Luxury Overnight Trains Return? Dreamstar Aims to Reshape West Coast Rail Travel

Dreamstar is aiming to revive the glamour of luxury overnight trains connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco, a service unseen since the 1940s. Leveraging existing Union Pacific freight rail lines, they plan to offer all-sleeper accommodations with gourmet dining and five-star hospitality. This aims to provide a comfortable, reliable, and elegant alternative for medium-distance travel, claiming a 75% reduction in carbon emissions compared to flying. Having secured some investment, Dreamstar plans to launch service before the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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