The "Cars" movie Web site has provided Route 66 aficionados another way to look at the fictional town of Radiator Springs. In the showroom that contains the film's major characters, you can download portraits of them. Many of the portraits also contain images of the businesses the characters own. For instance: Ramone's body art business … Continue reading Another look at Radiator Springs
Author: Ron Warnick
I'm the editor and publisher of Route 66 News, a clearinghouse of events, information, and entertainment pertaining to historic U.S. 66, the Mother Road.
Bicycle Comedian will do a Route 66 tour
Tom Snyders, aka the Bicycling Comedian, informed the Route 66 yahoogroup today that he will embark on a Route 66 tour, starting Aug. 28 from Chicago and will run through October. Here's what he said: My performance is a unique, clean, one-man show that lasts approximately one hour. In addition to stand-up comedy about … Continue reading Bicycle Comedian will do a Route 66 tour
AutoWeek magazine to feature “Cars” movie
AutoWeek magazine is giving "the inside track" of its May 29 issue to the upcoming Pixar movie, "Cars." According to the news release: " ... This is the complete insider's guide that car guys must have before they take their kids and grandkids to see this epic animated family-friendly motion picture. We received access to … Continue reading AutoWeek magazine to feature “Cars” movie
Advice for road trippers
Megan Edwards, editor of RoadTripAmerica.com, provides her five features of a fantastic roadtrip to MSNBC.com. Being an experienced road-tripper myself, I find her advice is well-informed. Take heed.
A closer look at Fillmore’s bumper stickers
So what bumper stickers are plastered all over Fillmore, the hippie VW van portrayed by George Carlin in the upcoming Pixar movie, "Cars"? With the help of Red Fork Hippie Chick and a magnifying glass, we discerned at least 75 bumper stickers on Fillmore from an illustration in "The Art of Cars" book and … Continue reading A closer look at Fillmore’s bumper stickers
New Sheriff in town
Red Fork Hippie Chick here, dashing off a quick report on the latest Cars schwag to hit the shelves. I bought my first Sheriff of Radiator Springs toy today -- a cute little Hot Wheels-type diecast. I also picked up a Fillmore; a Sally the Porsche; cups featuring Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Doc Hudson; a … Continue reading New Sheriff in town
New edition of “Road Trip USA” coming out
Rolf Potts, of Yahoo! News' "Traveling Light: The Art of Independent Travel," sits down for an interview with travel writer Jamie Jensen, who just released his fourth edition of "Road Trip USA." Jensen also has a good Road Trip USA Web site. Route 66 is among the book's recommended journeys.
Hampton Inns honored by the White House
The White House presented its Preserve America Presidential Awards in the Rose Garden today. Hampton Inns was one of the recipients for its work with helping preserve historical landmarks, including on Route 66. Here is the relevent excerpt from the White House transcript of President Bush's remarks: Our fourth award recipient is Hampton Hotels. Probably … Continue reading Hampton Inns honored by the White House
Uranium Cafe reopens
The last time we were through Grants, N.M., in September, we were disappointed to discover that the historic Uranium Cafe on Route 66 had closed. I've since recently discovered that the Uranium Cafe reopened in March under new ownership and rechristened it Five Brothers Uranium Cafe, in tribute to the five sons that help owner … Continue reading Uranium Cafe reopens
Rick explains more about his injuries
Rick McKinney, the evangelist who is walking across America with his wife Jane in their Walk to Reclaim America, has provided more details about his second-degree burns and other injuries he suffered during a coffee-spill mishap. He's back to walking after some touch-and-go moments in which his injuries might have required more extensive treatment. But … Continue reading Rick explains more about his injuries