Elon Musk is set to send robots to Mars to prepare it for humans. Here's when and how

Elon Musk aims for a Mars mission by late next year using Starship, potentially including Tesla's Optimus robots. This ambitious plan targets building a self-sustaining Martian city within 20 years, though experts express skepticism about the timeline and technological readiness. Despite doubts, with allies in key government positions, the push towards Mars remains a significant priority.