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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive sober.

07/02/2026

Sparklers, not drivers, should be lit over July 4 weekend

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we want to take a moment and remind Arizonans that sparklers, not drivers, should be “lit” during the holiday celebrations. If you’re driving on state highways this holiday weekend, you may...

4 years of MVD Community Connections

07/01/2026

MVD Community Connections enters year 5 of giving back

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division charitable team known as MVD Community Connections began the fifth year of giving back to Arizona communities.

AAH four volunteer collage

06/30/2026

Adopt a Highway: Save the date for National CleanUp Day

We're gearing up for ADOT's annual statewide cleanup held on National CleanUp Day. Register your volunteer group to participate or let us know if you'd like to adopt your own section to help keep Arizona grand throughout the year.

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09/21/2021

From professor to bridge designer

A former university professor is ADOT's newest bridge designer!

Aerial view of a large roundabout with four roads in a desert landscape.

09/20/2021

Poor, misunderstood roundabouts

The studies are in, and the evidence is clear: Roundabouts are safer than traditional intersections with stop lights. They've caught on in Europe, but America is slower to embrace them.

Interchange view from above.

09/17/2021

Art of Transportation: Interchange beauty from above

A drone view from above turns a freeway image into something to be admired.

09/16/2021

Adopt a Highway: Share your volunteerism on social media

National CleanUp Day is almost here. Be sure to let your friends and family know you're volunteering!

Grid of nine Arizona specialty license plate designs, each with a label, representing organizations and causes such as sports teams, education, and health awareness.

09/14/2021

Most popular specialty plates of 2021

Was your favorite specialty license plate one of the most popular plates?

Freshly paved section of Highway 95 in Western Arizona

09/13/2021

A tale of two 95s

One road. Two designations. A fascinating look at US/SR 95.

09/10/2021

Join Adopt a Highway on National CleanUp Day

National CleanUp Day is just around the corner. Now is the time to register!

Cartoon graphic showing car with buying tips around it and areas to look for

09/09/2021

When inspecting a vehicle, walk away from the deal if it doesn't smell right

We have a different type of hurricane warning for used car buyers.

IRU picking up debris.

09/08/2021

Be responsible -- secure your loads and don’t litter

ADOT Director Halikowski explains how debris is a safety issue for everyone on the road.

Stretch of rural Arizona highway

09/07/2021

Don’t “fall” into road trip complacency as autumn arrives

If you have a fall road trip in the works, make sure you read today's blog post.