Aurora & McLeod: Self-Driving Trucks Get TMS Integration

Autonomous Trucks Meet Mainstream TMS: Aurora and McLeod Team Up

Aurora and McLeod Software are joining forces to bridge the gap between autonomous trucking and established transportation management systems (TMS). This partnership aims to simplify the integration of self-driving trucks into existing fleet operations, particularly for mid-sized carriers.

The core of the collaboration is a direct integration between Aurora's autonomous driving platform and McLeod's TMS. This will enable carriers to manage both autonomous and traditional vehicles within a single system. Key functionalities supported by the integration include:

• Load Scheduling: Efficiently allocating loads to the most suitable vehicles.
• Dispatch: Seamlessly dispatching trucks, whether human-driven or autonomous.
• Visibility: Gaining real-time insights into the location and status of all trucks.
• Invoicing: Automating the invoicing process for all transportation services.

Aurora emphasizes a "plug-and-play" approach, aiming to make the transition to autonomous trucking as smooth as possible for carriers. This partnership specifically targets the 100-1,000 truck fleet segment, a significant market that could benefit greatly from autonomous technology.

Tom McLeod, founder and CEO of McLeod Software, highlights the company's commitment to providing cutting-edge technology that empowers customers to optimize operations and embrace innovation. The integration is currently in beta testing and is planned to roll out to McLeod's customer base in 2026.

Key Takeaways:

• Aurora and McLeod are developing an integration to manage autonomous trucks within McLeod's TMS.
• The target market is mid-sized trucking fleets (100-1,000 trucks).
• Integration aims to simplify the adoption of autonomous technology, with features like load scheduling, dispatch, and visibility.
• Rollout is expected in 2026 after beta testing.

This partnership comes as Aurora expands its driverless operations, including nighttime operations and expansion from Texas to Arizona. This all comes together to build a more streamlined and reliable transportation system.