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Sunday's state average price for gasoline was $3.11 per gallon. That's 14 cents more than a week ago, the same as a month ago, and 49 cents per gallon less than this time last year. more

From AAA | 4/1/25

FL Among Safest States for Passengers Amid Nationwide Traffic Fatality Decline

Data illustrates the number of occupants involved in fatal traffic collisions and the number of occupants involved in fatal traffic collisions who were killed or injured. more

From https://demayolaw.com/ | 4/1/25

Florida' gas price average drops below $3 a gallon

"Low oil prices and strong gasoline production numbers have helped push gas prices to lows not seen in more than a year," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. "However, it's not clear how much lower prices will go." Here's why. more

From AAA | 3/24/25

Florida's average gas price is 3 cents more than last week

"Last week, the state average briefly dipped below $3 a gallon for the first time since December. However, the state average rebounded to its current price, which is within the same range that gas prices have been in through most of this year." more

From AAA | 3/18/25

AAA Activates 'Tow to Go' for St. Patrick’s Day

AAA is activating ‘Tow to Go’ in select states for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day weekend, in hopes that partygoers do not press their luck by driving impaired. more

3/14/25

High Stakes: How Cannabis Consumers View Driving While High

With the rise in cannabis use, this form of impaired driving has become more common, leading to a heightened risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. Here's what this study found. more

From AAA | 3/12/25

Florida gas prices decline 3 cents

Florida gas prices were $3.10 last week, $3.07 per gallon a month ago, and $3.35 per gallon this time last year. more

From AAA | 3/3/25

Impaired Driving: Drive Sober or Game Over

In 2024, over 10% of impaired driving crashes occurred in March, making it the month with the highest number of impaired driving crashes. more

From FLHSMV | 3/2/25

FHP arrests Texas Fugitive, known as "Garfield", wanted for Murder, Child Sex Contact, and Possession with Intent to Promote Child Pornography

On February 20th just after 1:00 PM, a trooper patrolling Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley) located a pedestrian traveling northbound near mile marker 84 in Collier County, Florida. more

From FLHSMV | 3/2/25

Florida gas prices fall 14 cents

Sunday's state average was $3.03 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average price since December, and 2 cents less than the previous 2025 low (recorded in early January). more

From AAA | 2/17/25

Florida Highway Patrol Arrests Suspect Following Attempt to Lure 12-Year-Old from Bus Stop

The pedestrian, a resident of the apartment complex, informed the Trooper that his 12-year-old daughter had missed her bus and was followed by a large male on foot who repeatedly tried to engage her in conversation as she made her way back to their residence. more

From Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles | 2/16/25

Dark City Roads are Deadliest for Pedestrians at Night

After reaching a historic low in 2009, pedestrian deaths have risen by over 80% in the past 15 years. more

From AAA | 2/16/25

Should I Stay or Should I Go? The Fear Factor Behind Hit-and-Run Crashes

Hit-and-run crashes often occur during dawn, dusk, low light, or inclement weather. Pedestrians and cyclists represent the highest number of fatalities. Here's how to help. more

From FLHSMV | 2/3/25

Florida gas prices fell 15 cent less than last week

"The discount at the pump came as a result of a decline in the price of crude oil," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA - The Auto Club Group. more

2/3/25

Traffic Stop on I-75 Leads to Arrest of Tampa Duo with Credit Card Skimming Devices and Fraudulent Cards

Yesterday, while conducting interdiction efforts on Interstate 75 (I-75) in Sumter County, Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Troopers initiated a traffic stop on a black 2019 Range Rover after witnessing multiple traffic violations. more

From FLHSMV | 1/30/25

Record 19 million Americans Projected to Cruise This Year

For the first time ever, AAA is releasing a cruise forecast for the year ahead. It examines the number of U.S. residents that will take an ocean cruise from a U.S. or international port. more

From AAA | 1/28/25

Florida gas prices rose 3 cents last week

Florida's state average has mostly hovered between $2.99 and $3.15 since early September. However, during the past two weeks, the state average exceeded $3.20 per gallon. more

From AAA | 1/28/25

"Our key message is 'connection,'"

The keystone of the campaign is a new website, www.TransitConnectsFlorida.com, which will enable residents to “Find Your Ride” through a transit system matching tool. more

From Florida Public Transportation Association | 1/16/25

FHP Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Arrests for Stolen Vehicle, Drug Possession, and Child Neglect in Polk County

Yesterday, while conducting traffic enforcement in Polk County, Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol observed a grey Chrysler Pacifica westbound on Ernie Caldwell Boulevard. The Pacifica had New York license plates and had been reported stolen. more

From FLHSMV | 1/16/25

It's Your Move: FLHSMV Urges the Public to Take Proactive Steps for Safety During January's 'Move Over' Public Safety Campaign

Moving over for ANY disabled vehicle on the side of the road, including law enforcement, emergency responders, and other service vehicles, is crucial for maintaining safety on Florida’s roadways. more

From FLHSMV | 1/6/25

Florida gas prices in 2024 averaged 12 cents less than 2023

"Although the daily average price is slightly more expensive, Florida gas prices remain within the same range they've been in for the past four months," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. more

1/6/25

Suicidal 18-Year-Old Driver Flees from FHP and Intentionally Crashes into FHP Patrol Car, Arrested

Around 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper was traveling northbound on Interstate 95 (I-95) near mile marker 290 in pursuit of a vehicle with a BOLO (Be on the Lookout) alert due to the driver of the vehicle making suicidal threats. more

From FLHSMV | 1/6/25

AAA Activates 'Tow to Go' in Florida for Year-End Holidays

AAA will work to help stranded motorists while also keeping impaired drivers off the road this holiday season. Read on to learn more. more

From AAA | 12/24/24

FHP Celebrates the Graduation of 17 Troopers from Lateral Recruit Class 19

"The successful graduation of these new State Troopers highlights a commitment by them and their loved ones to serve and protect Florida's residents and visitors courteously." - FHP Colonel Gary Howze II more

From FLHSMV | 12/22/24

AAA Uses GPS Alerts to Reduce Roadside Deaths in Florida

Every year, AAA responds to over 30 million calls for roadside assistance across the country, which is one call every two seconds. Tragically, two emergency responders are killed every month. This includes AAA roadside technicians. more

12/22/24

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