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Toyota and Aurora Begin Testing Self-Driving Sienna Vans in Texas

Toyota and Aurora Innovation are currently testing a fleet of autonomous Sienna minivans on Texas roads. The vehicles use a Level 4 self-driving system but still require a human safety driver behind the wheel.

Uber Launches Gig Worker Division to Label AI Training Data

Uber creates a new division called Scaled Solutions that hires gig workers to label data for artificial intelligence models. The company serves both its internal units and external clients like Aurora Innovation and Niantic.

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Aurora Postpones Driverless Truck Launch to April 2025 for Final Validation

Aurora Innovation shifts its commercial autonomous truck deployment from late 2024 to April 2025 to complete final technology validation. The pre-revenue startup currently operates without remote human support 80% of the time and plans to launch with up to 10 driverless vehicles.

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Aurora Debuts Self-Driving Toyota Siennas for Texas Robotaxi Tests

Aurora Innovation rolls out a test fleet of autonomous Toyota Siennas in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to validate its ride-hail technology. The company leverages the same core driver system used in its autonomous trucks to prove cross-market transferability.

Toyota and Aurora Begin Testing Self-Driving Minivans in Texas

Toyota and Aurora Innovation kick off autonomous ride-hailing tests in the Dallas-Fort Worth area using retrofitted Sienna minivans. The fleet navigates highways and suburban streets as the industry faces pressure to turn heavy investments into commercial revenue.

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Autonomous Vehicle Startup Aurora Targets $13 Billion Valuation via SPAC Merger

Aurora Innovation goes public through a SPAC merger with Reinvent Technology Partners Y, securing major investments and aiming for a $13 billion valuation. The deal provides the self-driving company with approximately $2.5 billion in cash to bring its product to market.

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Aurora Innovation Targets $1B Valuation in SPAC Deal to Go Public

Autonomous vehicle developer Aurora Innovation enters a $1 billion SPAC merger to become a publicly listed company. The deal marks a major financial milestone for the self-driving technology firm.

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Self-Driving Startup Aurora Reaches $2B Valuation in Massive Funding Round

Aurora Innovation is raising over $500 million at a $2 billion valuation, propelled by a star-studded team and major automaker partnerships. The funding highlights a record-breaking year for autonomous vehicle investments.