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MVD remodel nearly finished

04/29/2026

Tucson North MVD office remodel nearly finished

Tucson North MVD office remodel nearly finished. The temporary office modular trailer currently there has 13 TeleMVD stations for nearly all MVD related services during the remodel process.

Image of Route 66 license plate on turquoise square background.

04/28/2026

Arizona’s Route 66 specialty license plate

As Arizona gears up to celebrate 100 years of Route 66, the Arizona Department of Transportation wants to highlight a great way to carry a piece of the so-called Mother Road with you no matter where you’re headed.

04/26/2026

PODCAST: Your knowledge of Arizona airports is about to take off

On the Road with ADOT takes to the skies while Matthew Munden, manager of ADOT’s Aeronautics Group, talks about his staff’s role in supporting airport development and Federal Aviation Administration funding for a robust statewide network of publicly owned airports.

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04/09/2017

Where in AZ??

A plaque is your only clue for this week's "Where in AZ??" challenge. Join us for our weekly Facebook challenge!

Highway electronic message board reads BLIND SPOTS HIDE MOTORCYCLES ALWAYS LOOK TWICE above multiple lanes of traffic.

04/07/2017

Look twice for motorcycles this weekend

You've probably noticed more motorcycles on the roads this week and we hope you're keeping an eye out for them when driving.

Workzone safety graphic saying The Vest Knows Best

04/07/2017

From the Director: Help us protect ADOT workers, you and your passengers

Safety is the No. 1 priority at ADOT. When it comes to work zones, vehicles speed by just inches away.

04/06/2017

Meeting begins countdown to big project for Maricopa

After more than five years of planning, work will begin in less than six months on a bridge carrying SR 347 over railroad tracks in Maricopa.

Speed Reduced Ahead Construction Sign

04/05/2017

ADOT employees explain why work zone safety matters

ADOT highway workers share the importance of work zone safety.

Workers laying asphalt

04/04/2017

Give 'em a brake in the work zone

Motorists are key players in improving construction zone safety.

04/03/2017

From the Director: Making the connection between international commerce and safety

ADOT continues its efforts to educate the trucking industry about how safety compliance can reduce border inspection times and make roads safer.

04/02/2017

Where in AZ??

"Where in AZ??" is headed north today. Join us on Facebook and let us know where you think this photo was snapped.

"My bracket is a bust. But, my drive is a slam dunk!"

03/31/2017

'Traveling' is allowed during Final Four: ADOT’s freeway tips

Even if your bracket is a bust, ADOT's Final Four travel tips can make game day a success.

03/30/2017

Art of Transportation: Bridge materials follow shapes created by nature

The Art of Transportation features a bright blue sky over the South Mountain Freeway construction zone.