Gatik
Autonomous trucking and commercial freight platform
About Gatik
Gatik is an autonomous freight company focused specifically on the middle mile, using AI-powered driverless trucks to move goods between distribution centers, warehouses and retail stores.
Its Gatik Driver system combines AI software with production-grade vehicle hardware and is designed for complex real-world conditions, including highway merges, dense urban traffic and precise dock-to-dock operations. The company operates commercial driverless trucks across Texas, Arizona, Arkansas and Ontario, with routes running day and night and vehicles carrying ambient, refrigerated and frozen goods.
Its customer base includes major companies such as Walmart, Kroger, Tyson Foods, Loblaw and PepsiCo. Its PepsiCo deployment covers Texas, Arizona and Arkansas, while its Loblaw operations serve the Greater Toronto Area. By August 2026, Gatik reported 85,000 fully driverless orders and a 99% on-time delivery rate, demonstrating that its technology has moved beyond pilot programs into recurring commercial logistics operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatik?
Gatik is an autonomous freight company that develops AI-powered driverless trucking technology for high-frequency middle-mile logistics, moving goods between distribution centers, fulfillment centers and retail locations.
When was Gatik founded?
Gatik was founded in 2017 in Silicon Valley by Gautam Narang, Arjun Narang and Apeksha Kumavat.
Who founded Gatik?
Gatik was founded by Gautam Narang, Arjun Narang and Apeksha Kumavat. Gautam Narang is the CEO and co-founder, Arjun Narang is the CTO and co-founder, and Apeksha Kumavat is a co-founder and Chief Engineer.
How much funding has Gatik raised?
Gatik has raised approximately $700 million or more in disclosed and reported financing when its $200 million Series D announced on 25 August 2026 is included. The company had raised approximately $500 million before the Series D, according to TechCrunch.
What was Gatik's latest funding round?
Gatik's latest announced financing is a $200 million Series D announced on 25 August 2026. The round was led by Qatar Investment Authority and Koch Disruptive Technologies, with participation from Millennium Management, ARK Invest and Intact Private Capital.
What is Gatik's valuation?
Gatik's latest publicly reported valuation is approximately $700 million, associated with its 2024 Series C financing. The company did not disclose a valuation for its $200 million Series D announced on 25 August 2026.
Who are Gatik's investors?
Gatik's investors include Qatar Investment Authority, Koch Disruptive Technologies, ARK Invest, Millennium Management, Intact Private Capital, Innovation Endeavors, Wittington Ventures, FM Capital, Goodyear Ventures, Isuzu Motors, Itochu, NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS and other strategic and venture investors.
How many employees does Gatik have?
Gatik has more than 350 employees as of August 2026. TechCrunch reported that the company planned to expand beyond its 350-person workforce following its Series D financing.
Where is Gatik headquartered?
Gatik is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA. The company also has operations and locations across North America, including Canada and several U.S. markets.
What does Gatik's AI technology do?
Gatik's Gatik Driver is an AI-powered autonomous driving system designed for safe, consistent and high-frequency freight movement. It enables driverless trucks to operate on regional routes connecting distribution centers and stores.
Which companies use Gatik's autonomous trucks?
Gatik has worked with major retailers, grocers and consumer brands including Walmart, Loblaw, Kroger, Tyson Foods and PepsiCo. Its commercial operations focus on moving freight between distribution and retail locations.
What is Gatik's focus in autonomous trucking?
Gatik focuses on the middle mile rather than long-haul trucking or passenger robotaxis. Its autonomous trucks are designed for repeatable regional routes between distribution centers, fulfillment facilities and stores.
How many driverless deliveries has Gatik completed?
As of 25 August 2026, Gatik reported completing 85,000 fully driverless orders and achieving a 99% on-time delivery rate across its operations.
