NASA's Perseverance rover breaks record for most-driven vehicle outside Earth

NASA's Perseverance rover has set a record for longest distance driven by a vehicle on another world, covering 28.10 miles (45.22 km) on Mars as of October 11, 2026. It surpassed previous record held by NASA's Opportunity rover. Perseverance uses its autonomous navigation system, AutoNav, to identify hazards and plan routes while exploring Jezero Crater for clues about ancient life.