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07/19/2026

PODCAST: Truck parking is a big deal for ADOT – and for everyone

In this episode of On the Road With ADOT, Public Information Garin Groff talks with host Doug Nintzel about improvements we have made and will be making to help connect truckers with safe and convenient parking so they can safely move goods

AAH in memory of Hunter Maggard

07/13/2026

Remembering Hunter Maggard inspires miles of clean highways

Read about a family whose memories keep Arizona beautiful through volunteering. About 800 groups care for miles along Arizona’s highways and nearly half are adopted in remembrance of loved ones.

07/05/2026

PODCAST: I-10 widening project keeps advancing south of the Valley

In this episode of On the Road With ADOT, Marcy McMacken, our lead communicator on the project, talks with guest host Laura Douglas about what drivers will see as we continue creating a wider Interstate 10 between the Valley and Casa Grande.

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White Self-driving sedan front view on road

10/17/2016

Autonomous vehicles are in Arizona, and ADOT is on board

Self-driving cars are already operating in Arizona and ADOT is embracing and preparing for the new technology.

10/16/2016

Where in AZ??

Test your knowledge of Arizona roads with our 'Where in AZ??' Facebook challenge.

Traffic Safety Division Display at the 1970 State Fair

10/14/2016

From the Archives: Talking safety at the Arizona State Fair is an ADOT tradition

The Arizona State Fair is a tradition for many including ADOT. We're taking you back to the '70s this week.

10/13/2016

Some advice we hope you never have to use

Even transportation officials need to be ready for the unthinkable -- a scenario involving someone with a gun.

10/11/2016

'Litter Lifters' group marks 35 years of helping keep the Prescott area beautiful

Meet some dedicated volunteers doing a dirty job to help keep Prescott beautiful.

10/10/2016

Art of Transportation: Beauty and the bridge

Two bridges are featured in this week's Art of Transportation.

10/09/2016

Where in AZ??

It's a holiday weekend, but we're still going to throw a 'Where in AZ??' challenge at you!

Tunnel along US 191

10/07/2016

Coronado Trail leads to Arizona’s heavenly high country

Coronado Trail, otherwise known at US 191, demands one’s attention and rewards drivers with challenges and beauty.

Bicyclists and traffic along rural state highway

10/06/2016

Driving Safety Home: Pay attention and share the road

As temperatures cool and more pedestrians and cyclists head out, take precautions and share the road.

Two men giving a presentation

10/05/2016

Transportation innovation event showcases exciting new ideas

ADOT was on hand for an Innovation Exchange Campaign event held this week in Tempe. Get a glimpse of the future.