Laumeier Sculpture Park: An Unexpected Stop on Our St. Louis EV Road Trip
A sign along I-44 led Cheryl and me to Laumeier Sculpture Park, where an unplanned stop during our St. Louis EV road trip turned into two hours of art, walking and unexpected discoveries.
An EV Day Trip to the Historic Daniel Boone Home
Visit the Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance, Missouri, on an EV day trip filled with fall scenery, Missouri history, and an unexpected September surprise.
Driving an EV to Japan, Missouri: A Surprise Road Trip Detour
We never expected a trip to Fisher Cave, Missouri to include a stop in Japan. A quick four-mile detour led to one of Missouri's most unusual community names and a fascinating piece of history we never saw coming.
We Took Our EV to Uranus and Came Home with Fudge
Discover Uranus Fudge Factory near St. Robert, Missouri, a quirky Route 66 attraction featuring homemade fudge, humorous roadside displays, unique gifts, and easy access to nearby EV charging stations.
Electric Vehicle Road Trip to Hooker Cut: Route 66's Forgotten Four-Lane Experiment
Hooker Cut near St. Robert, Missouri, is the site of Missouri's first four-lane Route 66 highway. Built during Fort Leonard Wood's construction, the 92-foot-deep limestone cut, and Big Piney River bridge remain open to travelers today.
Exploring Stark Caverns by EV: A Cool Underground Adventure Near Lake of the Ozarks
Explore Stark Caverns in Eldon, Missouri, on an electric vehicle road trip. Learn about the cave's fascinating history, ancient bear beds, Native American artifacts, geological wonders, specialty tours, and nearby EV charging options around Lake of the Ozarks.
The Ghost Town of Times Beach and Missouri's Most Unusual State Park
A town disappeared. The streets stayed behind.
At Route 66 State Park, visitors can walk the former roads of Times Beach, Missouri, a community abandoned after one of the largest environmental disasters in American history. It's part ghost town, part Route 66 museum, and one of the most unusual stops anywhere along the Mother Road.
Best Hidden Gem in Columbia Missouri: Shelter Gardens
Discover Shelter Gardens, a peaceful hidden gem in Columbia, Missouri. Explore this free botanical garden with scenic trails, koi pond, and beautiful seasonal flowers - perfect for a relaxing stop.
Escaping the July Heat: An Electric Car Journey to Meramec Caverns in Missouri
Relive a summer electric car road trip to Meramec Caverns near Sullivan, Missouri, where childhood memories, Route 66 history, and a naturally cool cave offer the perfect escape from July heat.