Freeway in the desert

ADOT Blog

Latest blog articles

This week's episode of On the Road With ADOT features David Egliskis, who makes sure ADOT is prepared for all manner of natural and human-caused events that could affect travelers.
For the third straight year, MVD offices across the state collected those magical aluminum tabs for an entire year for the Ronald McDonald House Charities to help provide families traveling for their child’s medical needs a welcoming home away from home.
By popular demand, we invited Greg Byres, ADOT State Engineer and Deputy Director for Transportation, to discuss big projects that are continuing, set to get underway or wrapping up all around our fair state

Popular blog articles

We know it's the weekend, but we hope you’re up for a “Where in AZ??” Facebook challenge.
It is no secret that Arizona is known for its intense summer heat and dry climate. But what makes the deserts of this state so hot?
Boldly go where no one has gone before and you'll see Star Trek-themed safety messages on Arizona highways to coincide with the film release of Star Trek Beyond.
In today's Art of Transportation installment, we view crews placing a girder on the I-10/Prince Road overpass in Tucson through a cement block.
You've probably heard of the a dust storm and a haboob. Did you know there are three different types of dust storms and how to tell them apart?
Is it a freeway or a highway? Let's discuss the similarities and differences and how ADOT goes about assigning the terms.
Today’s blog, for our Spanish-speaking audience, covers tips on driving in a dust storm. It’s always best to avoid driving into a dust storm, but if you encounter one, you’ll know what actions to take.
When Arizona’s portion of I-15 opened to traffic in 1973, it was the most expensive rural interstate construction project to date.
Enjoy the new app, Pokémon Go, but be responsible and don't game and drive.
ADOT is in line to receive a $54 million federal grant to help fund two key widening projects on Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Tucson.