Elon Musk often cites science fiction as a major influence on his life. Books like The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Foundation inspired his thinking about the future and humanity’s role in the universe. Musk has said science fiction helped him dream big and explore concepts like space travel, AI, and futuristic cities. These influences are clear in his companies—SpaceX, Tesla, and Neuralink all reflect sci-fi ideas turned into real-world technologies. Musk believes fiction can shape reality by inspiring innovation. His career shows how imagination, when paired with action, can lead to revolutionary breakthroughs.
