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Yellow truck in front of sign that says "Ash Fork Route 66"

06/24/2026

ADOT’s little yellow truck celebrates Route 66 centennial

The Arizona Department of Transportation is taking part in Route 66 centennial celebrations and our 1959 Chevy Apache pickup truck was a crowd favorite at the recent Ash Fork Heritage Day, which also celebrated the centennial.

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06/21/2026

PODCAST: Big improvements set to begin between Maricopa and I-10

Laura Douglas, our lead communicator on the upcoming State Route 347 improvement project, talks with guest host Marcy McMacken about much-anticipated changes set to occur on SR 347, including the addition of a third travel lane in each direction.

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A volunteer removes litter from the side of a rural highway.

06/12/2026

The heat is on: Safety tips for volunteers

Read about safety precautions for Adopt a Highway volunteers and anyone planning to enjoy the Arizona outdoors this summer.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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02/06/2017

Simple solution saves money on street sweeper repairs

Culture of continuous improvement leads to a street sweeper innovation.

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Digital Message sign Blow the whistle on distracted driving

02/03/2017

Huddle up! Make safe, smart calls when driving this weekend

Learn more about what you do do to ensure your Super Bowl weekend is super-safe.

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02/02/2017

From the Director: What are Safety Corridors?

Director John Halikowski shares how ADOT is working with the Department of Public Safety and Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to add Safety Corridors.

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