Showcase and Exhibition to
Honor the Centennial

The Detroit Auto Show aims to further celebrate the Route 66 Centennial by showcasing the vintage vehicles of The Drive Home caravan in a dedicated exhibition on the Auto Show floor in Detroit.

Following their arrival in the Motor City, the vehicles will be installed as a featured exhibition for the entire duration of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show—melding the spirit of the cross-country drive with an immersive experience at the Auto Show itself. 

The Exhibit will feature an extraordinary mix of vehicles from The Drive Home caravan, which showcases the evolution of American automotive design and culture. Vehicles highlighted will include, among others:

• A 1934 Buick Model 61 Club Sedan, a poised straight-eight cruiser from the early days of American road travel
• A 1961 Chrysler 300C, a sleek V8 cruiser made for the wide-open road.
• A 1965 Ford Country Squire, a family cruiser that defined an era of American family road trips
• A 1966 Mercury Cougar, blending performance and elegance in classic Detroit style
• A 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, representing Detroit’s golden age of muscle cars
• A rugged 1992 Land Rover Discovery — symbolizing endurance and adventure 

This featured element will take center stage at the 2026 Detroit Auto Show — presenting a living exhibition and a bridge between generations — celebrating how cars have shaped travel, community, and innovation for more than a century on Route 66.

The Detroit Auto Show: Route 66 Centennial Exhibition will be on display for the full duration of the show, allowing attendees to experience the vehicles up close and reflect on the craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural importance that continue to drive the industry forward.

After the Show, the exhibit will become part of a major, year-long exhibit at America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, WA.