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The 4 Main Steps of an Auto Registration
Auto registrations are a great tool to track the ownership of a vehicle. However, registering your car can be a headache. There are several steps you must follow to complete the registration process properly. Below are some of the primary steps for obtaining auto...
What to Expect From an Auto Registration Service
Every state in the U.S. requires you to register your vehicle before taking it on the road. According to Investopedia, the penalty for not registering a vehicle can be hundreds of dollars. Have you taken care of the registration for your vehicle properly? Here's what...
Everything You Need to Know About Auto Registration
Did you know that registering your vehicle with the state is much more complicated than buying a car? You'll need to obtain several licenses and permits before getting a license plate for your new ride. Before you go out and buy that new car or truck, ensure you're...
Safe Driving in the Snow
Winter is Coming! As the winter months approach, the chance for icy conditions and snowfall become a real possibility. Driving in the snow, and especially in icy conditions, can be difficult for even the most experienced driver. Here are some safety tips to keep in...
Arizona Travel Credential – What Is It and How Do I Get It?
What is the Travel Credential? The Travel Credential, issued as either a driver license or identification card, complies with the security standards set forth by the federal REAL ID Act of 2005. The REAL ID Act sets up minimum standards for acceptable identification...
Monsoon Season is Here!
Monsoon season in Arizona officially has begun and runs through September 30th. We have seen drier-than-normal weather over the last few years, so many Arizona residents are hoping for a bit more rainfall during this year’s monsoon season. With rainfall comes wet...
Interstate 17 Improvements Announced
Governor Doug Ducey today announced significant improvements to Interstate 17 north of Phoenix. The governor was joined by the directors of the Arizona Department of Transportation, Arizona Department of Public Safety and Arizona Office of Tourism along with business leaders, local elected officials and transportation stakeholders.
All About Roundabouts
Roundabouts are becoming increasingly used in Arizona instead of intersections. There is a project finishing up in Prescott that has widened and added roundabouts to 89 highway along the stretch that connects Prescott to Chino Valley. Research has shown that they improve traffic and reduce accidents greatly.
School Zone Safety
A recent study by ZenDrive found that Arizona ranks near the bottom when it comes to school zone safety. “Fifty-seven million kids walk, bike, take the bus or get a ride to school everyday in the U.S. It’s a necessary journey, and sometimes it can be dangerous
Driving in Extreme Heat
During summer months, temperatures in the Arizona desert can reach or exceed 100 degrees every day. Sunset does not bring immediate relief, as temperatures will hover around 100 degrees well into nighttime hours.
ID Card for Kids of All Ages Recommended by MVD
Children and infants obviously aren’t going to get behind the wheel of a
vehicle to drive anywhere, but they can still get an ID card from Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division.
OHV Safety Tips for Awesome Summer Adventures
As many people are gearing up to spend time outdoors over the Memorial Day weekend, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) reminds everyone planning to ride an off-highway vehicle (OHV) to do so safely and responsibly.
New $32 Vehicle Registration Fee to be Repealed
Arizona Republican Sen. Michelle Ugenti-Rita announced at a budget hearing on May 22, that a deal was reached with Governor Ducey to phase out the new 32 dollar fee, passed in January 2019, over the next two years.
Healthy Forest Initiative to Reduce Wildfire Risk Expands in Arizona
After the largest wildfire in state history burned more than 538,000 acres of eastern Arizona forest, the Arizona Department of Transportation and other groups launched a partnership in 2014 that included easing weight restrictions on certain state highways to help timber companies remove small trees and other vegetation that could fuel catastrophic fires.
Arizona Bans Cell Phone Use While Driving
It took longer than most states, but finally Arizona has become the 48th state to ban texting and the 18th state to ban hand-held cell phone use while driving
Boat & Watercraft Registration Now Available at FooteWork’s Prescott Offices
In as little as 10 minutes, you’re out the door and on the way to the water on your boat & jet skis! Arizona Department of Game and Fish is now partnering with FooteWork's Prescott office in a new pilot program that issues watercraft credentials from third party...
Arizona’s 511 Travel Information System
A modernized, mobile-friendly Arizona 511 Travel Information System website and phone line are now available from the Arizona Department of Transportation. The new system uses the latest technology to provide a customized experience with real-time updates from ADOT, the premier source of information on Arizona’s highway system.
Arizona’s New Driver Guide
Are you or someone in your family ready to start driving? In Arizona, drivers can start driving at age 15 1/2 years old. Before obtaining an unrestricted driver’s license, Arizona requires new drivers to first get a graduated instruction permit, followed by a graduated driver license.
Study Ranks US States from Worst to Best
A new study by online auto insurance comparison company QuoteWizard has states listed according to driving data analysis gathered for 2018 and Arizona is ranked # 47 out of 50 as one of the BEST driver states! This is great news for Arizonians and means lower car insurance rates overall compared to other states.
New Wrong-Way Detection System on I-17
The Arizona Department of Transportation is advancing a $3.7 million project to construct a first-in-the-nation wrong-way driver thermal detection system along a 15-mile stretch of Interstate 17 in Phoenix. The system is designed to detect wrong-way vehicles and alert the other drivers and law enforcement of them on I-17.
