Lotus takes the lead with new cat helmets (April Fools) by James Raia Every car manufacturer looks for an edge against the competition. Lotus thinks it has found one — cat helmets. The luxury sports car manufacturer has introduced for a brief time (April 1) lightweight, optimized, ergonomically designed and stylish helmets for our four-legged … Read more
This Week at NCDOT: Work Zone Safety Awareness and Lifesavers Conference by RALEIGH – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department’s weekly newscast. Work Zone Safety Awareness Governor Roy Cooper has declared April as Work Zone Safety Awareness … Read more
‘Traveling’ is allowed during Final Four: ADOT’s freeway tips by Even if your bracket is a bust, ADOT’s Final Four travel tips can make game day a success. AZDOT Blog
Art of Transportation: Bridge materials follow shapes created by nature by By John Dougherty / ADOT Communications Cloud swirls across the sky echo the shapes of the rebar cage for a drill shaft found in the foreground of today’s Art of Transportation photo. It’s all part of the work being done to build a 3,000 foot … Read more
2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid: handsome, comfortable, efficient by James Raia Ford introduced its alternative energy lineup, including the Ford Fusion Hybrid, in early 2009 as 2010 models. The midsize sedan is now well into its second generation with a healthy list of upgrades for 2017. The Fusion Hybrid has been the most attractive hybrid sedan … Read more
Enduring Dream Machines show supports adult health center by James Raia Viewing muscle cars, trailer queens, new cars, old cars, micro cars, dragsters and auctions of rarities and junkers is a pastime for some, a passion for others. Automotive enthusiasts can attend a car show of their favorites nearly every weekend in nearly every state. … Read more
NC Student Places in National Aviation Art Contest by RALEIGH – Green Hope High School student Cameron Fitz is being recognized for placing third at the national level in the 2017 Aviation Art Contest. Fitz, 17, placed second in this year’s state competition, sponsored by the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation. Fitz’s artwork … Read more
Let’s make NCAA championship rush hour a slam dunk for all by Final Four events leading up to Monday’s championship game in Glendale should be a slam dunk if everyone plans ahead. We’ve done this before. AZDOT Blog
Numbers tell only part of MVD’s continuous-improvement story by Numbers are useful and may tell a story, but they can only do so much. Your feedback on MVD improvements tells us even more. AZDOT Blog
From the Director: An opportunity to tell ADOT what to plan for in the next five years by We value the public input in our planning process.Please share your thoughts on ADOT’s investments for the next five years. AZDOT Blog