Cars On The Route
Kansas Historic Route 66 Association
Route 66 Centennial article
Route 66 Road Map article
National Geographic article
Location Details
The exact GPS coordinates for Cars on the Route in Galena, Kansas, are 37.0734° N, 94.6366° W (or 37°04'24.2"N, 94°38'11.8"W).
This popular Route 66 attraction is located at the street address of 119 N Main St, Galena, KS 66739. It is housed in a beautifully restored 1934 Kan-O-Tex service station. It is famously home to the old boom truck that served as the real-life inspiration for the beloved character "Tow Mater" from Pixar’s Cars.
What to See: Beyond the original "Tow Tater" boom truck, you will find photo opportunities with life-sized Cars movie character replicas. Directly across the street sits Luigi's Pit Stop, which showcases replicas of Lightning McQueen, Luigi, and the Radiator Springs Sheriff.
Admission: It is completely free to visit and take photos.
Amenities: The site operates a souvenir gift shop and a small diner serving quick food, snacks, and drinks.
The Route: Galena sits on Kansas's highly historic but exceptionally brief 13-mile stretch of the Mother Road.
