While you’ve been shopping for the holiday and enjoying time with the family, ADOT elves have been posting holiday safety messages on electronic boards across the state. Let us know which signs were “hot” or “cold” by swiping right for those signs you like and left for those that leave you “cold.” <br> <script type="text/javascript" … Read more
Christmas comes early for one truck driver by It’s a Christmas miracle for one trucker who lost paperwork on Interstate 8. AZDOT Blog
By Tom Herrmann / ADOT Communications Rafael Sanchez was eager to get his new truck back to his home before the holidays. Perhaps a little too eager. Sanchez, a truck driver from just outside Dallas, Texas, had bought a truck from an acquaintance from his former hometown of Hawthorne, California. As he crossed the Colorado River … Read more
Where in AZ?? by It’s a holiday weekend, but we hope you’re still up for a brain teaser with our Facebook challenge. AZDOT Blog
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Episode 19, IIHS: Crash Test Dummies to Autonomous Driving by James Raia Sean O’Malley and David Aylor represent the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in Arlington, Virginia. Established in 1959, the IIHS is a non-profit organization that works to reduce motor vehicle deaths, crashes, injuries and property damage. O’Malley, the senior test coordinator, and … Read more
2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country: new station wagon redux by James Raia Stations wagons were all the rage 75 years ago. The 1941 Chrysler Town and Country bubble-back design had a cavernous interior and featured top-line woodgrain paneling. It was the most expensive vehicle in carmaker’s lineup and cost $ 1,495. Much has happened since. … Read more
HDOT celebrates new improvement projects at Hilo Harbor by meghan HILO — The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), Harbors Division, celebrated the blessing of Hilo Harbor’s newly completed Pier 4 cargo wharf project, the Pier 1 cargo yard and passenger terminal improvements. The projects are designed to increase operational space and increase cargo handling efficiencies. … Read more
Holiday spirit hits our overhead signs by Be safe on the roads and make sure you don’t end up with coal in your stocking this year! AZDOT Blog
By Doug Pacey / ADOT Communications Unless you’re taking the reins of a magical flying sleigh with nine reindeer, there’s no need to speed this weekend. Slow down, obey speed limits and secure your spot on Santa’s Nice List. As you travel Arizona’s highways in the days leading up to Christmas, you’ll see safe-driving holiday-themed reminders … Read more