Mattel today unveiled a line of toys inspired by the upcoming Pixar movie, "Cars," the Route 66 movie that will be in theaters June 9. The toys will be on display at the American International Toy Fair in New York City, according to this news release. Cheech Marin, the voice of Ramone in "Cars," will … Continue reading Pixar “Cars” toys starting to rev up
Day: February 9, 2006
Route 66 driving team gives check to charity
The British team that drove two 1972 Mk1 Ford Escorts across America, including Route 66, in as a fund-raiser in September presented a check for their efforts -- 6450 pounds ($11,231 U.S.) to the Motor Neurone Disease Association, according to The Comet, a British newspaper. After shipping their cars to the US, the intrepid trio … Continue reading Route 66 driving team gives check to charity
Azusa Foothill Drive-In marquee will be preserved
Asuza Pacific University and R&R Signs of Glendora, Calif., are working together to restore the landmark marquee of Azusa Foothill Drive-In on Route 66 in Asuza, according to the San Gabriel Valley Tribune. According to Rice, about one-eighth of the sign's 500 bulbs glowed during a Jan. 24 test lighting, and those that did light … Continue reading Azusa Foothill Drive-In marquee will be preserved