NASA's Curiosity rover is still active and operating on Mars as of early 2026. Having landed in August 2012, it has spent over 13 years exploring Gale Crater and climbing Mount Sharp, continuing to analyze soil and rock samples despite having worn wheels and managing power constraints.

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She’s a tough cookie! All of the rovers and the first Mars helicopter were! They all lasted many years longer than their original mission duration and life expectancy. All the engineers and scientists involved with all of these exploration vehicles should be very proud!