Electric Duo's Route 66 Road Trip in Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Demonstrates EV Travel Feasibility
The Electric Duo, Liv Leigh and Patrick Anderson, drove a 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT California Special along the historic 2,448-mile Route 66, encountering ample charging stations and iconic landmarks.
- 2,448 miles
- 10 million miles
- 100 years
What Happened
The Electric Duo drove the 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT California Special along Route 66, finding charging stations readily available even in rural areas, and using Google Maps EV Routing and Ford BlueCruise hands-free driving for convenience. Along the way, they visited historic sites and met with local Ford EV Clubs.
10 million milesmiles per year
One wind turbine could power the Mustang Mach-E GT for approximately 10 million miles annually.
“The journey is the destination, especially with all the little discoveries you can make along the way.”
Why this matters
The trip demonstrates that long-distance electric road trips are practical, with charging infrastructure readily available even in rural areas, and highlights the growing compatibility of EVs with classic American travel experiences.
Terms in This Story
- BlueCruise
- Ford's hands-free driver-assistance system for designated highways, allowing the driver to take their hands off the wheel while keeping eyes on the road.
- MagneRide
- A suspension system that uses magnetorheological fluid to adjust damping in real-time for improved ride comfort and handling.
- Electrify America
- A DC fast-charging network for electric vehicles, one of the largest in the United States.
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