NASA rover breaks its Mars driving record after covering 28.1 miles

NASA's Perseverance rover has driven 28.1 miles on Mars, surpassing previous records established by earlier rovers.
The rover has explored Jezero Crater for more than 5.5 years, employing autonomous navigation to enhance exploration.
NASA announced the mission's extension until the end of 2028 to improve understanding of Mars' geology and potential.
According to NASA, Perseverance’s work is essential for future Mars missions and contributes to science.

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