Glossary / General

Route 66

16 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Route 66 is a famous highway in the U.S. that used to stretch from Chicago to California. It's known for its role in helping people travel across the country, especially during the 1900s.

Technical Definition

Route 66 is a historic highway in the United States that originally ran from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. It became a symbol of American freedom and mobility, especially during the mid-20th century, as it connected various towns and cities across the country.

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"...I drove Route 66. I'll be the article."
Travels Now and Then, a V8 FJ60, and a Love Letter to the MGB GT Bring a Trailer Podcast 01:22

"...once we've done four days traveling across the great United States and round route 66, that we can sell on eBay motors or cars and bids."
Ambulances, Hearses, And Minivans, Oh My! In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 04:06

"[315.5s] The actual beginning of Route 66 is in downtown Chicago. [319.8s] So we're all the way to the Santa Monica Pier just because of the last traffic and all the civilians, we call them when..."
🏎️ 🏁 Brad Phillips on The Great Race, Cross-Country Ferraris, and Vintage Porsches To All The Cars I've Loved Before: Classic Car Restoration, JDM, and Automotive History 05:15