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Quarterly volunteer adoptions background

03/07/2026

Meet the volunteers beautifying Arizona roadsides

These are just a few examples of the efforts made by our growing team of volunteers. See who's volunteering in your community and the accomplishments already being made to reduce litter.

Website poster for ways to tour Route 66

03/06/2026

Route 66 centennial: Ways you can join a year of celebration

While Route 66 was officially decommissioned in the 1980s and replaced in Arizona by I-40, its centennial is a big deal for those of us in the highway business. In this post, we're pointing you to some of the ways Arizona cities and towns are celebrating:

Map of Loop 303 project in North Valley

03/01/2026

PODCAST: Big Loop 303 improvements underway in the North Valley

Joe Heller, our resident engineer on a big project getting underway in the North Valley, joins On the Road With ADOT this week to explain what's coming over the next two and a half years, including a flyover ramp connecting northbound I-17 with Loop 303.

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12/22/2015

Under new law, ADOT offers vehicle license tax exemption to survivors of fallen first responders

A law taking effect Jan. 1 will allow spouses and dependents of first responders killed in the line of duty to register a vehicle free of the vehicle license tax.

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.

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.

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.