The Freeway was manufactured in the late '70s and early '80s by HM Vehicles of Burnsville Minnesota. It featured 55 MPH freeway travel at 100 miles per gallon (measured under special conditions). The Freeway aimed at providing a cost-per-passenger-mile that was competitive with that of a bus.

The Freeway is a one person vehicle, though another person can squeeze in behind the seat for short trips. The back window is a hatch that opens to allow access to space for several bags of groceries, luggage, your medium sized dog, or your toolbox. It is gasoline powered. HM Vehicles also sold a battery-powered version, as well as a very rare diesel.

It is fun to drive; the steering is quick. Its small size makes it easy to park, though it has no reverse gear. It is street-legal; having lights, a windshield wiper, automatic transmission, a defroster, turn signals and a horn.

The Freeway shown in these images was one of the best examples of the vehicle in existence. It had only about 2000 miles on it and has been kept garaged. It had the original owner's manual, shop manuals, and product literature. I got occasional requests for copies of the literature, though, I regret, I have not been able to get permission from the copyright holder to make copies.

The Freeway would make a good short-haul commuter vehicle, but really should be in the care of a collector. A business might use it for a roadside attraction, or in advertising. The potential exists to convert it to electric or hybrid. The asking price was US$4999, which considering its condition and allowing for inflation, was a bargain.

The Freeway was sold a few years ago. I no longer have information on it beyond what you see here.