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December 22, 2025

Companies compete to develop next generation lunar rover for NASA

NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.

Companies compete to develop next generation lunar rover for NASA

TL;DR

  • NASA astronauts first drove on the moon 54 years ago.
  • Three companies are competing for a NASA contract.
  • The contract is to build a new lunar rover.
  • The rover will be used starting with the Artemis 5 mission.
  • The Artemis 5 mission is scheduled for 2030.

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