Road Construction

Work zones can frustrate drivers. As soon as you see the orange signs and barrels ahead, you probably want to get through the construction area as quickly as possible — especially when you don't see anyone working. Breaking the work zone speed limit when no workers are present can be tempting. However, the Arizona...

Arizona gets hot, with temperatures in July sending the mercury rising to an average of 106 degrees Fahrenheit in Phoenix. The extreme heat is not good for roads, causing them to crack, buckle and even melt. Though many dread the sight of a work zone, repairing the roads is a necessary safety measure. Unfortunately,...