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Grogginess, yawning, sluggishness — they’re all signs of fatigue. That fatigue can make it harder to get through a workday, and your motor skills can be impaired. If you drive while drowsy, it could result in a crash. So during Drowsy...
One way ADOT helps safely connect people and empower Arizona's economy is operating commercial ports of entry. This is where officers with our Enforcement and Compliance Division (ECD) make sure large trucks and other commercial vehicles have proper permits and weight and are safe to operate on state highways.
This dedicated group of individuals brings the the history, legends and lore of the southwest to life. ADOT celebrates three decades of Adopt a Highway volunteer service to help keep US 60 clean near the Peralta Trail.

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Watch today’s video and you may never look at pavement markings in the same way ever again!
It’s been a while since we last checked in on the I-10/Prince Road widening project and judging by our newest video, a lot has happened at the site.
Practice makes perfect when it comes to emergency training, which is why several agencies got together earlier this month to prepare for a major disaster.
If you’ve driven in the West Valley recently, it’s likely you have noticed the work that’s occurring on Loop 101 near Maryland Avenue.
We’ve been blogging about #KnowSnow all week long, but we knew we couldn’t wrap things up without sharing this video.
The safest location for drivers would be to try to stay behind a plow at a safe distance. If you’re behind a plow, you’re going to get from point A to point B.
Every year, ADOT invites members of the media (and their audiences) to take an up-close look at all the equipment that’s involved in keeping the roads clear once the winter weather hits.
ADOT is kicking off its “Know Snow” campaign to help educate drivers as we head into the cold and snowy months ahead.
We’ve compiled a list and created a map, explaining and locating popular nicknames to Phoenix’s transportation landmarks.
A new project on SR 387 includes sidewalk and roadway improvements, along with a new pedestrian hybrid beacon.