Local historian talks about Mrs. Orcutt and her home and driveway near Newberry Springs

Andy Jones interviewed local historian Paul Deel about his experiences with Bonnie Margaret Orcutt of Newberry Springs, California, as they explored the remains of her long-abandoned home. Jones said he was prompted to interview Deel after viewing a Sidetrack Adventures video, posted on this website, about Orcutt's infamous 4-mile-long driveway. Here's Jones' interview, which contains … Continue reading Local historian talks about Mrs. Orcutt and her home and driveway near Newberry Springs

Illinois awards $6.6M in Route 66 and tourism marketing grants

The governor of Illinois and the state's Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced last week it would give 58 awards totaling $6.6 million through the Route 66 and Tourism Marketing Grant Programs to boost Route 66 tourism. The Route 66 grant program is awarding $3.7 million to seven recipients for the development of tourism, … Continue reading Illinois awards $6.6M in Route 66 and tourism marketing grants

Route 66 Fun Run will feature an ideal spot to view its 850 vehicles

The 34th annual Route 66 Fun Run next weekend from Seligman to Topock, Arizona, will have an interesting new twist that will provide the best seat in the house to see the hundreds of vehicles in the cruise. Nikki Seegers, director of operations for the Arizona Historic Route 66 Association that puts on the event, … Continue reading Route 66 Fun Run will feature an ideal spot to view its 850 vehicles

What is cheaper to drive Route 66: Gasoline or electric?

A new study tries to answer the question: Is an electric vehicle or a gasoline vehicle cheaper to drive on Route 66 and other iconic roads? The verdict by Upgraded Points: Electric is cheaper, but it will cost you time. It examined the trade-off between time and fuel cost if a driver were to travel … Continue reading What is cheaper to drive Route 66: Gasoline or electric?

Route 66 Street Drags return to Kingman next month

The Route 66 Street Drags are returning to the actual Route 66 in Kingman, Arizona, on May 19-21 after nearly an 18-month break. The National Street Drag Championship event will take place on a specially built track placed on top of the Mother Road in town. The Route 66 Street Drags last were held in … Continue reading Route 66 Street Drags return to Kingman next month

Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa adding a second vintage car for rides

Last year, the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, offered rides in a 1922 Packard for a small fee. This year, the museum is taking reservations for rides in the Packard and a second, century-old vehicle -- a 1922 Cadillac -- starting in the late spring. 1922 Cadillac Rides will cost $15 … Continue reading Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa adding a second vintage car for rides

Afton Station is for sale for the second time in less than four years

Afton Station in Afton, Oklahoma, has been put on the market for a second time since 2019, when it was auctioned after the owners' deaths. The former D-X gas station on Route 66 in the village's downtown is being listed by Solid Rock Realtors for $200,000. Here's a description of the property: OWN A PIECE … Continue reading Afton Station is for sale for the second time in less than four years

Texas Old Route 66 Association helps replace damaged VW at Bug Ranch

The Texas Old Route 66 Association a few days ago swapped out a damaged Volkwagen at the Bug Ranch art installation in Panhandle, Texas. The association stated in a Facebook post: One of the VWs out at the Bug Ranch had been severely vandalized and pretty much on the ground for the last 2 years.Thanks … Continue reading Texas Old Route 66 Association helps replace damaged VW at Bug Ranch

Half-Corvette in Joplin is being temporarily removed for restoration

The half-Corvette at Seventh and Main streets (aka Route 66) in Joplin, Missouri, that's served as a photo op for about a decade is being temporarily removed for a face-lift. KSN-TV reports: It will be removed sometime during the week after Thanksgiving — repaired, repainted, and re-installed by the local business, Mafia Paint Shop. The … Continue reading Half-Corvette in Joplin is being temporarily removed for restoration

Hi-Way Cafe near Vinita breaks world record for most stickers on a car

The Hi-Way Cafe near Vinita, Oklahoma, on Saturday set a Guinness world record for applying 66,066 stickers on a car. That broke the old record of 41,500. The bid was part of Mobil 1's "Keep Route 66 Kickin'" campaign. According to a story by a Tulsa TV station KJRH, the Route 66 restaurant chose a … Continue reading Hi-Way Cafe near Vinita breaks world record for most stickers on a car