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Elon Musk discusses his new project digging tunnels under LA, the latest from Tesla and SpaceX and his motivation for building a future on Mars in conversation with TED's Head Curator, Chris Anderson.
The future we’re building -- and boring
Elon Musk outlines his vision for the future, detailing his project to dig tunnels beneath Los Angeles, updates on the developments at Tesla and SpaceX, and his underlying reasons for pursuing the establishment of a human future on Mars. His discussion occurred in a conversation with TED's Head Curator, Chris Anderson.
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Key points
Elon Musk presented his new project focused on digging tunnels under Los Angeles to address urban transportation challenges.
He provided the latest updates regarding the technological advancements and ongoing operations of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX.
Musk articulated his foundational motivations behind his long-term goal of building a future for humanity on Mars.
Updated Sep 6, 2026