Route 66 Centennial: Driving the First 100 Miles from Chicago to Pontiac

The Mother Road turns 100! 🪧🚗 Kick off the Route 66 Centennial road trip with me as we drive the historic first 100 miles from the official starting sign in downtown Chicago all the way to the iconic town of Pontiac, Illinois! In this episode, we tackle the ultimate American road trip, stopping at legendary roadside attractions, classic neon signs, vintage diners, and hidden gems that have defined Route 66 for a century. Whether you're planning your own Route 66 itinerary for the 100-year anniversary or just love classic Americana, you won't want to miss this stretch of the Illinois Mother Road. Are you planning a Route 66 road trip for the 2026 Centennial? Let me know your dream stops in the comments! 👇 📌 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - The Chicago Route 66 Starting Sign 02:15 - Navigating the Old Alignment out of the Windy City 05:10 - Classic Diners & Muffler Men (Iconic Illinois Stops) 09:40 - Cruising into Historic Pontiac, IL 13:20 - Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum 16:05 - Tips for Driving the Route 66 Centennial 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Support the Channel (Patreon/Merch): [Insert Link] My Road Trip Gear & Camera Setup: [Insert Link] Follow my travels on Instagram: [Insert Link] #Route66, #Route66Centennial, #RoadTrip #Americana #TravelIllinois #MotherRoad #ChicagoToPontiac #TravelVlog See my other videos at:    / @robstravelsadventures