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Proudly home to the nation’s birthplace of racing, Florida’s unique heritage as “the birthplace of speed” and the feats achieved at the Daytona International Speedway will set the stage for a fast-paced, exciting series of races that will engage fans to further celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and Florida’s generational impact on automobile racing. more
"Technology is improving, but it’s not perfect,” said Mark Jenkins, AAA. “Since detection remains inconsistent, especially for roadside workers, drivers should remain alert and not rely on this technology to intervene when lives are on the line." more
“This holiday season, your Florida Troopers will be out in full force to ensure our roadways are as safe as possible. Enforcement alone is not enough though—every driver has a personal responsibility to others..." more
When you go to the lot, ensure you bring the necessary equipment to secure your tree. A few extra minutes of preparation can ensure your holiday starts safely and your tree arrives intact. Here are some key tips. more
"Florida gas prices have declined for three consecutive weeks," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA - The Auto Club Group. "If current trends continue, holiday travelers will find the lowest gas prices in years." more
“The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is honored to give Floridians a meaningful way to participate in our nation’s 250th anniversary,” said Executive Director Dave Kerner. more
Whether you're walking the dog, catching the bus, trick-or-treating, or heading to the grocery store, pedestrian safety shapes nearly every part of daily life. more
Nationwide, AAA expects 81.8 million Americans to travel for Thanksgiving. That’s an increase of 1.6 million travelers compared to 2024. Thanksgiving remains the busiest travel holiday of the year, surpassing both Memorial Day and Independence Day. more
"Florida gas prices continue fluctuating on a weekly basis," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA. "Fortunately, pump prices remain on the low end of what drivers have paid this year." more
The study combined interviews with traffic safety officials, focus groups with drivers, and analysis of over 12,000 vehicles captured on traffic cameras. more
Throughout the past year, gas prices mostly bounced between $2.91 per gallon and $3.23/g. Last week, the state average peaked at $2.96/g.  Here's why. more
Pedestrians have the highest fatality rate among all road users in Florida, often interacting with motorists, bicyclists, motorcyclists, and commercial vehicle drivers at sidewalks, crosswalks, and intersections. more
A new study has revealed which U.S. states are most likely to modify their cars based on Google searches and consumer spending patterns. The analysis combined Google search data for car modification terms with Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) figures on sports and recreational vehicles, awarding each state a score out of 100.  more
Since early September 2024, Florida's average gas price has consistently bounced between $2.92/g and $3.23/g. The recurring pattern typically involves a gradual decline over 10 days, followed by a sharp rebound to previous levels.  Here's why. more
As of 6:10 p.m., Sunday, October 5, travel lanes are now open through the Downtown Tampa Interchange (I-275/I-4). FDOT thanks the motorists of Tampa Bay for their patience and understanding during this weekend’s interchange closure for the DTI project! more
The latest data was analyzed from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to find the total number of fatal accidents involving pedal cyclists between 2019 and 2023 in each state. Then calculations for the average number of crashes involving cyclists each year per one million residents were done. more
Selected from 113 nominations by 35 state DOTs, these finalists will now compete for the Grand Prize and the People’s Choice Award, each offering a $10,000 cash award for a charity or transportation-related scholarship of their choice. more
The research analyzed 384 U.S. airports using five key stress factors: passenger numbers, average departure delays, cancellation percentages, arrival delays, and Google ratings. Each factor was weighted equally at 20% to calculate the final stress score. more
Since early September 2024, Florida's average gas price has consistently bounced between $2.92/g and $3.23/g. The recurring pattern typically involves a gradual decline over 10 days, followed by a sharp rebound to previous levels. Here's why. more
CheapInsurance.com reports tariffs on auto parts could raise car insurance premiums by 2025, impacting lower-income and multi-car households most. more
Year after year, Florida ranks as one of the most dangerous states for drivers in the country. With a fast-growing population, millions of tourists, and year-round travel conditions that encourage driving in all seasons, the risks are real for anyone behind the wheel. more
“Historically, gas prices trend lower in the second half of the year,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA. “However, the early fall months can bring some volatility..." more
Orange County Public Works has issued a Notice to Proceed for the New Independence Parkway extension project. The extension will link U.S. 27 in Lake County to State Road 429 in Orange County. more
The study analyzed deadly crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) between 2018 and 2022, calculating the number of fatalities and fatal crashes per mile for highways across the country. more
The factors considered for each airport were its Google review rating, the percentage of 5-star reviews on Google, its FlightRadar24 review score, the number of places to eat, shop, and pass the time according to Tripadvisor, and the average monthly search volume relating to ‘lost luggage’ queries per 100,000 passengers, identified using Google Keyword Planner. more
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