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Black and white photo of Route 66 roadway with shops on either side and cars parked on the road.

11/09/2026

Route 66 celebrates 100 years of travel

Start your engines, put the Nat King Cole Trio on the radio, and get ready to celebrate the centennial of Route 66!

11/08/2026

PODCAST: ADOT safety spokesperson Kelsey Mo discusses Crash Responder Safety Week

On this edition of On the Road with ADOT, join our safety spokesperson Kelsey Mo as she highlights the work crash responders do when incidents occur so traffic flow can be restored safely and quickly!

A highway worker directing a wrecked vehicle off the freeway.

11/02/2026

Slow down and move over during Crash Responder Safety Week

November has begun, and that means cooler weather, the start of the holiday season and Crash Responder Safety Week. Crash Responder Safety Week, which runs Nov. 2-6, is held annually to raise awareness about the important work our first...

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Know Snow 3d text in blue with snow on the letters

12/17/2015

Heading to play in the snow? Have fun, but leave prepared

If you're driving toward the snow, ADOT wants you to prepare for potentially harsh conditions.

12/16/2015

“The Force Awakens” - even Jedi need sleep before driving

Title of newest Star Wars film gives ADOT an excuse to tout dangers of drowsy driving.

12/10/2015

Yesterday and Today: Snowplows

Snow hasn’t changed since the 1950s, but the way ADOT clears it from the road has.

Three large trucks transport an oversized load on a multi-axle trailer along a road near mountains.

12/04/2015

Oversized load requires brief closure of eastbound I-10 near Benson early Sunday

An oversized load moving through the state will require a brief closure of eastbound I-10 near Benson early Sunday (Dec. 6).

POV shot of motorcyclist on road

12/02/2015

Motorcycle safety training is a must

Whether someone is new to riding or has years of experience, ADOT encourages all riders to take a certified safety training course.

11/25/2015

Loop 101 widening project progresses past halfway point

There will be no full construction closures on the Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) widening project during the upcoming busy holiday season.

Car going around curve in mountainy area

11/24/2015

Holiday Travel: Be patient, don’t speed when out on state's highways

We know the state’s highways will be busy this holiday weekend, which is why we’d like to share some details to help make your trip a safe one.

truck driving through a snowy highway with a road sign above saying winter driving conditions drive with care

11/20/2015

Know Snow: By the numbers

Do you Know Snow? Check out today's video and discover something new about ADOT’s winter operations.

Know Snow graphics with snow on 3D letters

11/18/2015

Know Snow: Be prepared for winter-weather travel season

ADOT crews are prepared for the snowy, icy months ahead and we want to make sure you are too.

Map of US Bicycle Route 90 through Arizona

11/17/2015

U.S. Bicycle Route 90 runs through Arizona border to border

Cycling your way across the state got a little easier last month when Arizona received approval for its first U.S. bicycle route.