Jim Hinckley’s America is the culmination of a lifelong passion for road trips and the rich, colorful American story. Founded in 1990 with the encouragement of his wife Judy, Jim Hinckley turned his natural talent for storytelling into a mission: inspiring people to discover America by the open road. What began with feature articles for a wide range of publications—and a monthly column, The Independent Thinker, for Cars & Parts magazine—quickly became a platform for celebrating the unsung heroes of American history, from automotive innovators like Ralph Teetor to the everyday people who shaped the nation’s journey.

Over time, that passion expanded into books covering subjects as diverse as the Checker Cab Manufacturing Company, Route 66, Southwestern adventures, and the evolution of American car culture. Together, the books and articles formed the foundation of Jim Hinckley’s America, which has since grown into a multifaceted network including a popular website and blog, international presentations, a YouTube channel, an active social media presence, and Coffee With Jim, a weekly podcast designated an official Route 66 Centennial program. Along the way, Jim has shared the road with audiences around the world—from Route 66 festivals in Europe to book signings across the United States—and built lasting friendships along the journey. Jim Hinckley’s America is a shared adventure: smile-inducing, thought-provoking, and endlessly inspiring, all in service of sharing America’s story and showing people where to go.