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09/27/2026

PODCAST: Guard yourself against scams by listening to the Motor Vehicle Division's advice

Don't fall for scams! In this episode of On the Road with ADOT, MVD Spokesman Bill Lamoreaux discusses how to avoid being a victim of scams and the MVD's new digital wallet.

Image of Route 66 shield painted on roadway

09/25/2026

ADOT’s role in keeping Route 66 road-trip-ready

With the Route 66 centennial just around the corner, have you ever wondered about ADOT’s role in keeping Route 66 as iconic and road-trip-ready as ever?

AAH four Tucson volunteers and bagged trash

09/25/2026

National CleanUp Day volunteers bag 2.6 tons for Arizona

See volunteers caught in the act besting seven prior cleanup records for National CleanUp Day.

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Steel arch Midgley Bridge in northern Arizona spans a rocky canyon with trees and greenery in the foreground under a clear sky.

01/06/2017

Protective fencing on SR 89A's Midgley Bridge matches scenic surroundings

In response to community concerns, ADOT recently completed protective fencing on Midgley Bridge north of Sedona.

Safety message based on singer Adele's concert

01/04/2017

Rumor has it there's a winner for favorite 2016 safety message

Take a look at the results of our informal poll on your favorite electronic message board of 2016.

12/30/2016

Don't fear the reaper: Welcome 2017 with sober driving

Enjoy your New Year's. Just don't get behind the wheel toasted.

12/29/2016

Happy 90th birthday, Route 66!

Test your Route 66 knowledge and take our quiz!

12/28/2016

Vote for your favorite freeway signs of 2016

ADOT wants you to vote for your favorite freeway messages of the year!

Multiple vehicle roadway crash in snow

12/27/2016

When a powerful snowstorm hits, safest choice is waiting it out

As Christmas weekend showed, a snowstorm can be so intense that travel can become unsafe quickly.

12/25/2016

Where in AZ??

The "Where in AZ??" fun continues on Facebook! Join us for trivia.

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12/23/2016

Seriously, ADOT endorses throwing snowballs, sledding, etc.

Then why have we spent so much time of late telling you what NOT to do when you're heading uphill for some winter fun?

12/22/2016

No hippos here; just safe driving

At ADOT, we're dreaming of safe driving on Arizona's highways for the holidays.

12/21/2016

Snowballs and safety: Why you shouldn't park along highways to play in the snow

We understand the temptation, but the highway shoulder is NOT a safe place to pull over and play in the snow.