USA Today May 12, 2026 • 13:24

Video reveals heavy years of wear on Mars rover's wheels - Yahoo

By Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY

NASA's Curiosity rover has been exploring Mars for 14 years. See a new timelapse showing six years of wear and tear on its wheels.

Years of scouring the surface of a rugged landscape like Mars can take a toll on any vehicle even one like NASA's Curiosity rover specifically designed for the harsh conditions.
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Video reveals heavy years of wear on Mars rover's wheels - Yahoo

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