More motorists will 'hit the road' as the summer vacation season gears up, which coincides with an increase in work zone and roadway construction activities. In fact, four out of five people killed while attempting to negotiate work zones are motorists, not roadway workers.

The information and resources available on this page will help the public as they travel America's highways.

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Helpful Links on the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) website:.

National Traffic and Road Closure Information

Listing of States That Provide 511 Travel Information Telephone Services

Helpful Links on the AAA Website:

AAA Fuel Gauge Report - Comprehensive nationwide fuel price survey.

AAA Travel  - Read the latest releases from the AAA Newsroom about travel.

AAA Fuel Cost Calculator - Helps you calculate the estimated fuel cost for your road trip.

Other Resources:

See the latest information about state and local gasoline prices, fuel efficiency tips, and related travel information by clicking here. (Source: U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)

To learn more about the Recreational Vehicle Industry and about RVing, click here.

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Local Roads
The dangers faced by drivers on two-lane rural roads are often a surprise to motorists.  According to the Federal Highways website: " Rural road safety is a particular concern, because the majority of highway fatalities take place on rural roads. Rural roads account for approximately 40 percent of the vehicle miles traveled in the U.S., but almost 57 percent of fatalities."  Click here to download FHWA publication DOT HS 810 996 - Traffic Safety Facts: Rural/Urban Comparison.

Speeding
According to statistics gathered by the Federal Highway Administration, "Almost 1 of every 3 traffic fatalities is related to speeding."  Especially when traveling through work zones, motorists should be aware of speed limits and obey them. This single change in driver behavior can save countless lives and prevent injuries.

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Safety solutions can offer advantages beyond saving lives and reducing injuries.  Many safety solutions also offer multiple benefits:

Reduce Driving Speeds
For information on the relationship between speed and fuel efficiency, click here.

Navigating Safely Through Work Zones
To download a poster with information about reflective vests, click here.

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