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10/14/2026

New Arizona law may impact motorcyclists in 2027

Arizona Revised Statute § 28-2014, updated last session, will require at least one of the registered owners of a motorcycle to have the motorcycle endorsement to legally operate a motorcycle on public roadways before the motorcycle registration can be renewed.

A digital highway sign that encourages drivers to move over.

10/14/2026

If you see flashing lights, it’s time to 'Move Over'

At ADOT, we’re no stranger to the risks of what can occur when motorists drive distracted or inattentively. Our maintenance crews and members of ADOT’s Incident Response Unit, sponsored by GEICO, have experienced near misses, crashes and...

10/11/2026

PODCAST: Get a sneak peek into November's issue of Arizona Highways Magazine with Editor Robert Stieve

On the Road With ADOT host Doug Nintzel speaks with Robert Stieve, editor of Arizona Highways magazine, to talk about some of the great things about autumn in the Grand Canyon State.

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02/17/2017

Bell and Grand: Telling the story through photos and videos

Nothing tells the story of an ADOT project quite like videos and photos. Here are highlights from months of work on the new interchange at Bell and Grand in Surprise.

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.