On the Road Garage, a transportation workforce development leader, is launching "OTR Advanced Vehicle Technology – Powered by Aurora", a cutting-edge apprenticeship and upskilling initiative designed to prepare workers from all backgrounds and experiences for high-growth careers in the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry.

The program is advised by Aurora Innovation (Nasdaq: AUR), which recently launched a commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas. Aurora is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before.
Together, the organizations are co-creating curriculum and training pathways that align with the evolving demands of various transportation industries. This includes AV and electric vehicle (EV) repair, ADAS calibration, advanced vehicle technologies, and AV terminal operations.

“This program is about more than just jobs—it’s about building equitable access to the future of mobility,” said Roy Villarreal, Vice President at On the Road Garage. “Through this collaboration with Aurora, we are creating a national model for inclusive workforce development in emerging transportation technologies.”
The "OTR Advanced Vehicle Technology – Powered by Aurora" program combines hands-on training and pathways to industry credentials – delivering learning experiences that mirror the real-world demands of the AV field. Participants will be equipped with skills needed for roles related to advanced diagnostics, sensor calibration, and vehicle repair.

Aurora’s industry-leading expertise in autonomous vehicle systems will inform technical curriculum and help ensure apprentices are trained on the self-driving vehicle platforms shaping the future of mobility. The collaboration supports long-term goals around safety, scalability, and sustainability within the AV workforce ecosystem.
“At Aurora, we’re not just building a business, we’re building an industry,” shared Ossa Fisher, President at Aurora Innovation. “We’re proud to partner with On the Road Garage to build career pipelines that will not only train future transportation industry leaders, but prioritize inclusivity as new jobs are created to support autonomous trucking.”

The program will be offered through On the Road Garage’s Apprenticeship program and will include opportunities for industry-recognized credentials, mentorship, and real-time skills assessment, which build on existing and well-established programs related to transportation and collision repair.

On the Road Garage operating in Dallas, Texas provides advanced vehicle collision repair and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) calibration as well as technology-forward apprenticeships and training. On the Road Garage is dedicated to programs that drive economic mobility to address transportation challenges and equip the next generation of automotive technicians.

Media Contact: Katie Mueller, On the Road Garage
kmueller@championcapital.org
P: 405-227-8163

Media Contact: Jake Martin, Aurora
jmartin@aurora.tech