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01/18/2026

PODCAST: The partnership driving Phoenix-area freeway improvements

The Maricopa Association of Governments' Chief Transportation Officer returns in this week's episode to discuss how Proposition 400 has shaped the region's success through projects such as the recently completed I-10 Broadway Curve improvement, the Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway), Loop 303 (Estrella Freeway) and State Route 24 (Gateway Freeway).
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The top 10 Specialty Plates 2025.
01/16/2026

The 10 most popular specialty license plates in Arizona for 2025

Whether a driver wants to support a cause, rep their team or just add a pop of color to their car, with 109 specialty license plates available in Arizona, there’s a little something for everyone. And specialty license plates are more...
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New striping at northbound I-17 exit to Loop 303
01/15/2026

MAG partnership helps ADOT make quick freeway improvements in Valley

A much-needed second lane at the northbound I-17 exit to Loop 303 results from funding flexibility provided by the Maricopa Association of Governments, the Phoenix area's regional transportation planning agency.
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Governor Ducey and sign that marks SR 189 project groundbreaking
03/13/2020

A big day not just for Nogales but for all of Arizona

Governor Doug Ducey and others gathered in Nogales to break ground for a project improving State Route 189, the 3.75-mile state highway connecting the Mariposa Port of Entry and Interstate 19.
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Image of SR 87 with curve warning painted on road
03/12/2020

Throwback Thursday: The turning point

An undated photo warning drivers about a tight turn ahead gives us the chance to talk a bit about the history of State Route 87 north of Payson.
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Traffic camera image showing freeway traffic and stadium parking lot
03/11/2020

Don't strike out going to and from the ol' ball game

With spring training baseball happening across the Valley, it's time to review the rules for making sure everyone can enjoy the drive to and from the game.
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Frank Dorizio with his ADOT truck
03/10/2020

Frank's final call is a lesson for all of us

“6 Tom 16” In following the tradition of the fire service and law enforcement, ADOT issued a final radio call for fallen Incident Response Unit member Frank Dorizio Tuesday following his memorial service in Tempe. That was Frank’s call sign...
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Graphic with tips on quick clearance
03/09/2020

Driving Safety Home: Quick Clearance

Dallas Hammit, the state engineer, reminds people involved in a non-injury crash to practice quick clearance for the safety of themselves and other drivers.
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Prescott MVD office sign
03/03/2020

From big rigs to doughnut trucks, MVD has good news for commercial drivers

We here at the ol' ADOT ranch love the men and women who ply the roadways in commercial vehicles. Whether it's driving a big rig all over the fruited plain or delivering doughnuts to the local gas station, commercial drivers are, in many...
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Incident Response Unit truck with State Farm sponsor logo
03/02/2020

From the Director: Incident Response Unit is in good company

I know you have heard the jingle “Like a good neighbor, State Farm® is there.” That can now be said for the Arizona Department of Transportation Incident Response Unit, or IRU, sponsored by State Farm®. Let me explain. ADOT operated the...
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03/01/2020

Where in AZ??

This isn't a typical stucco building with a pink tile roof. If you've visited this town, you can probably identify today's "Where in AZ??" location.
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Historic photo of car using bridge along highway to Yuma
02/28/2020

Flashback Friday: In Yuma, 'reaping the reward of work well done'

Ninety-five years ago today, thousands flocked to Yuma to celebrate completion of a highway linking Arizona with the Pacific Ocean.
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Work proceeds on South Mountain Freeway multiuse path
02/27/2020

South Mountain Freeway shared-use path is taking shape

As your friend drives on the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway in Ahwatukee – eyes on the road, drivers – sneak a peek off the south side of the road. What you see might at first look like a ribbon of dirt in the desert. But take a closer...
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