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American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Aurora launches its driverless commercial trucking service, and a surprise bidder joins Canoo’s bankruptcy case
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Aurora launches its driverless commercial trucking service, and a surprise bidder joins Canoo’s bankruptcy case

Last updated: May 2, 2025 2:50 pm
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Welcome back to JS Mobility — your go-to source for all things related to the future of transportation. If you’re eager to stay updated on the latest news and insights in the industry, you’re in the right place. Sign up here for free to join the JS Mobility community!

Today, I, Rebecca Bellan, have the pleasure of stepping in for Kirsten as your host. Let’s dive into the exciting news surrounding Aurora Innovation and its recent breakthrough.

Aurora had set high expectations for itself by aiming to launch the first fully autonomous commercial trucking service in the U.S. this April, much earlier than its initial target of 2024. With time running out, Aurora managed to pull off a remarkable feat.

The company successfully completed over 1,200 miles of freight transportation this week between Dallas and Houston in collaboration with launch partners Hirschbach Motor Lines and Uber Freight. This milestone was achieved using a single autonomous truck, with plans to scale up to multiple trucks and expand operations to El Paso and Phoenix by the end of 2025.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for Aurora and the autonomous trucking industry as a whole. However, amidst challenges such as Trump’s tariffs impacting shipments, Aurora must navigate potential delays that could threaten its progress.

In other exciting developments, AeroVironment, a prominent drone manufacturer, recently finalized its acquisition of defense engineering company BlueHalo in a groundbreaking $4.1 billion all-stock deal. The merger will create a new defense technology entity named AV, capable of developing advanced technologies across various warfighting domains such as air, land, sea, space, and cyber.

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Additionally, True Anomaly, a defense-focused aerospace startup specializing in spacecraft and software for U.S. national security missions, secured an impressive $260 million in a Series C funding round led by renowned VC firm Accel.

As we shift our focus to noteworthy reads and updates from the industry, May Mobility has joined forces with Uber to deploy autonomous vehicles on the Uber platform in Arlington, Texas by the end of 2025. Meanwhile, Momenta, a Chinese autonomous vehicle startup, is collaborating with Uber to launch Momenta robotaxis in Europe starting in 2026.

On the electric vehicles, charging, and batteries front, Canoo’s bankruptcy proceedings continue, with a mysterious London investor challenging the sale of assets to Canoo’s CEO. Rivian strategically stockpiled batteries ahead of and following Trump’s presidency, providing a buffer against the impact of tariffs on the auto industry.

Slate Auto, the promising EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, revealed plans to establish a production facility in Warsaw, Indiana, for its budget-friendly electric truck. Reports also surfaced about Tesla’s board exploring potential successors to CEO Elon Musk amid concerns about the company’s brand value and margins.

In a rare move, Tesla board member Joe Gebbia acquired a substantial number of Tesla shares, signaling confidence in the company’s future. Ford decided to discontinue its FNV4 software architecture initiative, a project aimed at enhancing competitiveness in the EV market. Joby Aviation achieved a significant milestone by transitioning its eVTOL from horizontal to vertical flight with a pilot onboard.

Lastly, DoorDash is embroiled in a legal battle with Uber, with the former seeking dismissal of a lawsuit accusing them of anti-competitive practices. DoorDash dismissed the lawsuit as a tactic to evade real competition.

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Stay tuned for more updates and insights on the future of transportation by joining us at JS Mobility. Sign up now to be a part of our vibrant community!

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