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A new highway nearly killed his town. This 98-year-old 'Angel of Route 66' helped bring America's most famous highway back to life

Long before Route 66 became a nostalgic symbol of American road trips, it was a vital highway connecting small towns across the United States. But when Interstate 40 bypassed many of these communities in the 1980s, businesses closed, tourists disappeared and towns like Seligman, Arizona, faced an uncertain future. One…

The Times of India

As Route 66 turns 100, what is it that we’re actually celebrating?

Working in concert, the American Association of State Highway Officials and the Bureau of Public Roads adopted a uniform highway numbering system and corresponding map on November 11, 1926. The numbering system and map replaced the confusing patchwork of highways and trails, like the Lincoln Highway or the Old Trails…

The Conversation

This EV Charging Station On Route 66 Is Off-Grid And Cheaper Than The Competition

Located in Barstow, California, this startup’s EV charging station undercuts nearby rivals on pricing and doesn’t need a grid connection.

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'It had me on the ropes' – 66-year-old rides from Santa Monica to Chicago in 10 days for new Route 66 record

Ultra-cyclist Joe Barr finished his unrelenting journey on Friday, setting a provisional world record

Cycling Weekly

'It’s In Stereo': Woman Gets On Route 66. Then She Starts Hearing Music Coming From Her Tires

"So, if you drive 30 miles per hour, exactly, on this stretch of road..."

Motor1

7 classic American road trips for coastlines, canyons and nostalgia

Embark on an unforgettable American adventure with seven incredible road trips. From the nostalgic charm of Route 66 to the dramatic coastal beauty of California State Route 1, these journeys offer mental renewal and a profound sense of freedom. Explore diverse landscapes, delve into history, and discover breathtaking views that…

The Times of India

100 years of Route 66: Take the ultimate driving trip on America’s ‘Mother Road’

With its glowing neon signs, retro diners and restored motels, Route 66 continues to attract travellers wanting to experience one of the world’s most iconic road trips.

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Route 66 – from Chicago to Los Angeles – marks its 100th anniversary

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The Independent UK

Photos show iconic stops along historic Route 66

When it comes to Route 66, it's not about getting somewhere fast — it's about the journey.

The Independent UK

Eight states, three time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100

Route 66 turns 100 this year, making the legendary road ripe for an American road trip

The Independent UK

Route 66, the quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

One of the world's most famous highways marks its centennial this year

The Independent UK

Route 66: The ultimate guide to driving the American quintessential road trip

As Route 66 celebrates its centennial anniversary, US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill reveals how to get a taste of the ‘good old days’ along the 2,500-mile route from Chicago to Santa Monica

The Independent UK

These are the best alternatives to driving Route 66

The historic road trip turns 100 this year, but Laura Millar recommends lesser-known highways to see the best of the US

The Independent UK

Historic Route 66 is getting a new starting point - here is where it begins

Chicago will unveil a new sign at Navy Pier marking it as Route 66’s starting point during a March 25 dedication, coinciding with the annual Toast to Harry Caray

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Read the Letter Oklahoma City’s Mayor Sent Los Angeles’s Mayor About Hosting Olympic Events

Exclusive to Sports Illustrated, here is what OKC mayor David Holt wrote to then L.A. mayor Eric Garcetti in 2018 about staging events in Oklahoma.

Evening Standard

Historic Route 66 across Missouri – a road trip through the Heart of America

Looking for authentic Midwest vintage charm, Beverley Watts discovered retro motor hotels, amazing Americana, Ted Lasso secrets and more

The Independent UK

What I discovered travelling Missouri’s lesser-trodden stretch of Route 66

With the ‘Mother Road’ celebrating its 100th birthday next year, Laura French goes back to where it all began and explores the birthplace of America’s most famous highway

Clever Dude

13 Roads Men Dream of Driving Before They Die

Every car enthusiast has a bucket list, and for many men, that list isn’t complete without a few legendary roads. The thrill of the engine, the curve of the asphalt, and the scenery all combine to create moments you remember forever. These routes aren’t just about the destination—they’re about the…

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The Independent UK

Taylor Swift has put Kansas City on the map – but there’s so much more to Missouri

From live blues performances in St Louis and kayaking on the Lake of the Ozarks, to driving Route 66 through Pulaski County, Annabel Grossman delves into the best of Missouri

RideApart

EagleRider Celebrates 100 Years of Route 66 With Once-In-A-Lifetime Motorcycle Trip

EagleRider just announced an exclusive 16-day

The Guardian - US

A Route 66 ghost town was ‘frozen in time’. Is it on the verge of a comeback?

Newberry Springs was almost lost to the desert. But as America’s ‘mother road’ turns 100, locals see hope that the boom times could return

Fortune

TSMC’s $65B AI factories are rising in Phoenix. But Route 66 towns know how quickly boom turns to bust

As Phoenix bets big on AI with TSMC's new semiconductor fabrication factories, Arizona’s Route 66 towns reveal what it takes to survive technological upheaval.

The Independent UK

My seven US wonders, from Route 66 to the Kennedy Space Center

The Man Who Pays His Way: November marks the start of the American season

InsideEVs

Ford CEO Takes F-150 Lightning On Road Trip Across American West

Ford CEO Jim Farley started the road trip on August 7 from Silicon Valley, headed south to Los Angeles and then west to Las Vegas, also driving on Route 66.

The Independent UK

Williams, Arizona city guide: What to do in the gateway to the Grand Canyon

This Old West town has more than a fistful of reasons to saddle up your horse, discovers Richard Franks, with cowboy heritage, Route 66 nostalgia, surrounding natural beauty, and plenty of bars to prop up

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