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At ADOT, safety is always top of mind. Our crews respond to all sorts of incidents on the highway — from wildfires to crashes and more — and it’s important for them to be prepared and refresh their skills so they can help clear the highway...
Alexis Zaring, Environmental Program Coordinator for ADOT's Central District, visits On the Road With ADOT to explain what it takes to maintain hundreds of miles of shoulders lining Phoenix-area freeways.
Adopt a Highway volunteer program coordinators are holding an open house and appreciation event for Phoenix-area volunteers and those considering an adoption from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Aug. 16.

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Here's why many of our dynamic message signs will display music-themed safety messages this weekend.
An unusual perspective on construction in Tucson is featured in this week's Art of Transportation.
Two big projects are ahead, but the impact during construction should be minimal.
Many have taken notice of the safety messages on ADOT's overhead message boards, but the agency has been trying to get drivers' attention for many years.
If you know, "Where in AZ??" we took this photo, join our Facebook challenge!
For our Spanish-speaking audience, today's blog covers how to safely drive near semitrailers and other large trucks.
A new record was set at the MVD last month and it's all for a good cause.
Just like a home needs occasional renovating, so do highway rest areas.
You have a smartphone, may want a smart car and will soon be introduced to smart highways.
To keep yourself and others safe, you need to drive differently when you're near semi-trucks.