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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive sober.

07/02/2026

Sparklers, not drivers, should be lit over July 4 weekend

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we want to take a moment and remind Arizonans that sparklers, not drivers, should be “lit” during the holiday celebrations. If you’re driving on state highways this holiday weekend, you may...

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07/01/2026

MVD Community Connections enters year 5 of giving back

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division charitable team known as MVD Community Connections began the fifth year of giving back to Arizona communities.

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06/30/2026

Adopt a Highway: Save the date for National CleanUp Day

We're gearing up for ADOT's annual statewide cleanup held on National CleanUp Day. Register your volunteer group to participate or let us know if you'd like to adopt your own section to help keep Arizona grand throughout the year.

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ADOT's YouTube channel hits a major milestone

ADOT's YouTube channel has reached 1 million views. The leader of our video team shares what makes ADOT's YouTube presence special.

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08/23/2017

Tips for driving in a downpour

You've mastered what to do when driving in a dust storm, but do you know how to stay safe in a downpour?

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08/22/2017

Frontage roads get prominent billing at I-10/Loop 303 project in Goodyear

Frontage-road construction rarely gets attention within a larger freeway project, but that isn't the case with work underway in Goodyear.

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Truck checking in at ADOT commercial port of entry

08/21/2017

From the Director: Improvements at our ports of entry mean business for Arizona

ADOT continues to improve efficiency at our international ports of entry to support commercial traffic and boost the economy.

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08/20/2017

Where in AZ??

If you know "Where in AZ??" this photo was taken, please visit our Facebook page and post your guess!

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08/18/2017

Explore sights and sounds from I-10/South Mountain Freeway interchange work

There's a lot to see and a lot happening at I-10 and 59th Avenue in west Phoenix, where an interchange under construction will link with the South Mountain Freeway.

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