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An ADOT truck pulling an overturned vehicle in a parking lot.

07/14/2025

First Incident Response Readiness Symposium focuses on safety first

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...

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07/13/2025

PODCAST: Here's how ADOT keeps up with all that freeway landscaping

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.

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07/12/2025

Join our Adopt a Highway open house for Phoenix-area volunteers

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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Sonoran Corridor: A map without a route

Say what? A highway without a path? That's what the Sonoran Corridor is right now, but that may change.

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06/05/2017

Adding more features to ServiceArizona.com helps you avoid the line

Two new features on ServiceArizona.com involve something the law says every vehicle owner must have: insurance.

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06/04/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Facebook challenge and let us know "Where in AZ??" this photo was taken!

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06/02/2017

From the Director: Arizona gets its kicks with Route 66 plate

Arizona has been recognized three times with the “Best New License Plate” award.

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06/01/2017

ADOT message boards heat up

New signs will help motorists get the latest wildfire information.

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05/31/2017

Scenic flights have long history at Grand Canyon

On the 90th anniversary of the Red Butte Aerodrome, we're taking a look back at the history behind the first airfield to offer passenger flights over the Grand Canyon.

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