Take a look back at all the moments that made October special — dealership highlights, and memories shared with our community.


Honoring a Life Well Lived: A Celebration of Mike Molstead

Charles City, IA — October 4th, 2025

We came together to celebrate the life and legacy of Mike Molstead. Mike’s life was built on faith, family and a deep love for his community and employees. He touched countless lives with his kindness, love and unwavering dedication to others. On behalf of the Mike Molstead family and our Mike Molstead Motors family, we thank you for your prayers, love and support during this difficult time. We take comfort in knowing Mike’s faith has carried him home, and his legacy will continue through the people and community he cherished so deeply.


Mike Molstead Motors Honors Heroes at Mason City Toros First Responder Night

Charles City, IA — October 11th, 2025

Mike Molstead Motors was proud to partner with the Mason City Toros for First Responder Night, celebrating the dedication and service of our local heroes across North Iowa. A special thank you to the Mason City Toros organization for taking time to remember our founder, Mike Molstead, who passed on September 8, 2025. Your tribute honored his legacy.

At Mike Molstead Motors, we’re proud to support local events like this that recognize those who protect and serve.

Mike Molstead Motors truck on the ice, escorted by the Mason City Police Department.

Mike Molstead, Mason City Toros Dedication


Mike Molstead Motors Celebrates the 30th Annual Spook walk in Charles City

Charles City, IA — October 27th, 2025

The 30th Annual Spook walk in Charles City brought the community together for a night of Halloween family-friendly fun and Halloween spirit . Mike Molstead Motors was proud to be part of it! Our team loved connecting with the Charles City community, handing out treats, and celebrating the Halloween season with so many familiar faces. The evening was made even more special when Mike Molstead Motors was honored with the President’s Choice Award.

We are proud to be part of this wonderful Charles City tradition and look forward to many more years of community celebration!

Thank you to the Charles City Chamber for the set up and fun evening.

Employees from left to right: Janae Crooks, Sarah Jacobsen, Emily Frein & Renee Knapp dressed up as the Sanderson Sisters


Mike Molstead Motors Joins Immaculate Conception School for First Trunk or Treat

Charles City, IA — October 25th, 2025

Mike Molstead Motors was thrilled to participate in Immaculate Conception School’s first Trunk or Treat.

It was a fun-filled evening celebrating Halloween. Our team had a blast decorating our trunk, handing out treats, and meeting so many students, parents, and community members.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Immaculate Conception School for hosting such a wonderful event and allowing us to be part of the evening. We look forward to many more Trunk or Treats in the years to come!

Mike Molstead Motors at Immaculate Conception School’s first annual trunk or treat


The Bridge Church: Trunk or Treat

Charles City, IA — October 31st, 2025

Halloween night was full of fun, candy, and community spirit as Mike Molstead Motors proudly participated in The Bridge’s Annual Trunk or Treat event! Families from across the area came together for a safe and exciting evening of trick-or-treating, games, and creative costumes. The Trunk or Treat event, hosted by The Bridge Church, has become a Halloween tradition in our Charles City community. The Mike Molstead Motors team joined in on the Halloween fun by decking our parts van in spooky style and passing out sweet treats to hundreds of costumed kids and families.

Opening Prayer and Renee Knapp Handing out candy


Halloween was a blast this year at Mike Molstead Motors!

Our team got into the spirit of the season with creative costumes!

Employee’s dressed up to celebrate Halloween

Happy Halloween from all of us at Mike Molstead Motors!