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Sprayer applies fog seal to highway.

03/15/2026

PODCAST: One key way that ADOT extends the life of highway pavement

This week’s episode of On the Road With ADOT features two of our many team members involved in preserving Arizona’s vast investment in state highways and the use of fog seals to extend pavement life.

A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to designate a driver.

03/14/2026

Don’t leave it up to luck: Designate a driver this St. Patrick’s Day

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, we want to take a moment and remind everyone to plan ahead so you get home safely after the festivities. If you’re out on state highways this weekend, you may notice some of our overhead message...

Quarterly volunteer adoptions background

03/07/2026

Meet the volunteers beautifying Arizona roadsides

These are just a few examples of the efforts made by our growing team of volunteers. See who's volunteering in your community and the accomplishments already being made to reduce litter.

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Crew pours concrete during South Mountain Freeway construction

02/16/2017

From the Director: ADOT keeps economy moving in 2017

This year ADOT will continue to make improvements in our state transportation system to ensure we keeps Arizona’s economy moving.

02/15/2017

Last call for safety message contest entries

Time is running out to submit your original safety slogans for the ADOT message boards!

Cartoon representation of Valentine's Day safety message in a heart

02/14/2017

Slow down for the ones you love

Show your loved ones you care by slowing down this Valentine's Day.

Map showing a section of highways in the southwestern United States, highlighting a location near Peach Springs, Arizona, with nearby roads and towns labeled.

02/13/2017

If you can't find Love, try driving to Valentine

If you're on a quest to find love this Valentine's Day, a road trip might be your best bet.

Quick clearance safety tips presented in Spanish

02/10/2017

Spanish Blog: MANEJO DE INCIDENTES DE TRÁFICO

Today’s blog, for our Spanish-speaking audience, explains what to do in a fender bender. It’s called Quick Clearance.

02/09/2017

From the Director: More creative than ADOT? It’s your turn!

Here’s your chance to be creative while thinking of important safety messages.

Tucson MVD sign

02/08/2017

By opening earlier in Tucson, MVD improves customer service, saves taxpayer dollars

What difference can half an hour make? A huge one when it results in an 80 percent reduction in employee overtime.

Pony Express reenactment

02/07/2017

Hashknife Pony Express saddles up for a historic ride along state highways

In an age when most messages get where they're going in a flash, the Hashknife Pony Express endures in a traditional ride along state highways.

Street sweeper close up

02/06/2017

Simple solution saves money on street sweeper repairs

Culture of continuous improvement leads to a street sweeper innovation.

Staghorn cactus and fence

02/05/2017

Where in AZ?? 02/05/17

Join us for a brain teaser on Facebook before the Super Bowl kicks off!