You’ve probably heard of Porsche’s Paint to Sample program that allows customers to spec their car in colors not listed among the stock color swatches. But did you know it’s not just one program, but ...

Update: A minibus spending package passed by the House of Representatives on January 8, 2026, effectively cancels the Mars Sample Return program by eliminating almost all funding for future missions.

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