About Aurora
Aurora Innovation, Inc., doing business as Aurora, is a self-driving vehicle technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Aurora has developed the Aurora Driver, a computer system that can be integrated into cars for autonomous driving. It was co-founded by Chris Urmson, the former chief technology officer of Google/Alphabet Inc.'s self-driving team, which became known as Waymo, as well as by Sterling Anderson, former head of Tesla Autopilot, and Drew Bagnell, former head of Uber's autonomy and perception team. Aurora tests its vehicles in the San Francisco Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. In addition to its headquarters in Pittsburgh and Mountain View, the company also has had offices in San Francisco; Bozeman, Montana; Detroit, Michigan; Louisville, Colorado; Seattle, Washington; and Texas.
Investors & Backers
Aurora has received investment from 3 venture capital firms.
Gigafund
Pear VC
Toyota Ventures
Full portfolios: Pear VC portfolio
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Aurora do?
Aurora Innovation, Inc., doing business as Aurora, is a self-driving vehicle technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Who invested in Aurora?
Aurora has received investment from Gigafund, Pear VC, Toyota Ventures. These venture capital firms and investors provide both capital and strategic support.
What sector is Aurora in?
Aurora operates in the Robotics sector. Aurora Innovation, Inc., doing business as Aurora, is a self-driving vehicle technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Company Details
- Sector
- Robotics
- Headquarters
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Status
- Active
