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May 14, 2019 | News/Press Release

From Tuesday, May 14, through Monday, May 20, you can view and vote for your favorite safety message at azdot.gov/signcontest. The two messages that receive the most votes will be displayed on Dynamic Message Signs statewide.

April 26, 2019 | Blog Articles
By Doug Pacey / ADOT Communications

Within 24 hours of launching our Safety Message Contest, we’d received more than 1,400 entries. After 48 hours the total number of submissions had climbed to 2,000.

April 24, 2019 | News/Press Release

For the third time, the Arizona Department of Transportation is holding its Safety Message Contest, giving you the chance to see your punny, witty, snarky or serious safety slogans on overhead signs, encouraging drivers to make better decisions behind the wheel. Messages can be submitted at azdot.gov/signcontest through Monday, April 29. In the past two contests, ADOT received a combined 9,000 entries.

January 2, 2019 | Blog Articles
By Caroline Carpenter / ADOT Communications

Highway safety is important at ADOT and we work to keep it top of mind for drivers throughout the year.

December 20, 2018 | Blog Articles

In an effort to encourage drivers to make better decisions behind the wheel, motorists will see Christmas-themed safety messages on ADOT’s overhead signs.

December 13, 2018 | News/Press Release

PHOENIX – “How long until we get there?”

If you’re used to hearing those words over and over while driving on Interstate 17 between Phoenix and Flagstaff, the answer is now on the Arizona Department of Transportation’s electronic message boards.

As it does along Phoenix-area freeways, ADOT has started posting estimated travel times via I-17 to Cordes Junction, Prescott, Sedona, Flagstaff and other points north of the Valley.

May 22, 2018 | News/Press Release

With drivers heading out on Memorial Day weekend trips along state highways, the Arizona Department of Transportation’s network of message signs will carry essential travel and safety information.

April 24, 2018 | Blog Articles
By John Halikowski / ADOT Director

Thanks to everyone who entered the ADOT Safety Message Contest, and thanks to those responsible for the 2,500 votes we received.

April 20, 2018 | News/Press Release

The votes are in and Arizonans have selected the winners of the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Safety Message Contest.

April 4, 2018 | News/Press Release

Those heading toward downtown Phoenix on eastbound Interstate 10 may have noticed that estimated travel times aren’t appearing on some Arizona Department of Transportation overhead message boards, while estimated travel times to some West Valley locations aren’t on boards for traffic using westbound I-10.

March 22, 2018 | Blog Articles

ADOT Director John Halikowski calls on Arizona citizens to vote for the next safety message you want to see on ADOT message boards.

March 2, 2018 | Blog Articles

ADOT is always looking to provide better customer service to Arizonans - and to recognize employees that provide that service.

February 21, 2018 | Blog Articles

It was so popular last year that we're bringing it back again this year! The ADOT Safety Message Contest launches today.

February 20, 2018 | News/Press Release

Encourage safe driving by entering the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Safety Message Contest. Back for the second year in a row, safety messages can be submitted at azdot.gov/signcontest through Feb. 26.

February 14, 2018 | Blog Articles

We're embracing the Valentine's Day spirit on our overhead message boards with a reminder to drive safely.

January 31, 2018 | Blog Articles
By Caroline Carpenter / ADOT Communications

Check out the reaction we received from "Hamilton" musical fans after posting our latest safety messages.

January 30, 2018 | Blog Articles
By Doug Pacey / ADOT Communications

Our latest freeway safety messages may be familiar to fans of the Broadway musical, Hamilton.

January 22, 2018 | Blog Articles
By John Halikowski / ADOT Director

Distracted Driving Awareness Week is a good time to be reminded that safer roads are up to us.

December 29, 2017 | Blog Articles
By Doug Pacey / ADOT Communications

Make plans now for your sober ride home on New Year's Eve.

December 26, 2017 | Blog Articles

It's time for you to weigh in and tell us what you think of our holiday safety messages.