Driving In Phoenix
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 Phoenix’s extensive regional freeway network and straightforward grid of six lane surface streets makes the city one of the easiest in the country to navigate. And, though bus service is comprehensive and effective, and light rail construction is underway, driving in your personal automobile in the Phoenix area is still the most preferred mode of transportation. When voters approved a ½ cent sales tax in 1985 that helped build the current freeway network, they really started substantial transportation improvements that serve our Valley well today. Most of the freeways in the city have been built in the last 10 years, ensuring a smooth ride. Essentially, Interstate 10 and US 60 connect the metro area from east to west, and Interstate 17 and SR 51 provide north-south transportation. Loops 101 and 202 provide additional connections in that basic grid. Many of the newer freeways offer HOV lanes (carpool lanes) that require at least 2 passengers per vehicle during peak flow times of 6-9am and 3-7pm. Residents of the Phoenix area are committed to continual growth and improvements in the city’s transportation venues. A new tax approved in 2004 will raise approximately $9 billion from 2005 to 2025. When combined with federal and state transportation funds, this creates a $17.6 billion pot of money for new freeways, new interchanges and lanes for existing freeways, 275 miles of new or improved streets, 1,200 new bus pullouts, 40 regional bus routes and 2,100 new buses. Increasing vehicle use in Metro Phoenix contributes to air pollution that endangers public health. Arizona Department of Environmental Quality administers mandatory vehicle emissions tests to reduce emissions and improve air quality. ADEQ exempts most vehicles from emissions testing with the newest 5 model years. In 2007, most 2003 and newer model year motor vehicles do not require an emissions test. Alternative fueled vehicles model year 2005 and newer may also be exempt from testing. Unless specifically exempted, all 1967 and newer vehicles (including diesels) that are registered in metro Phoenix emission test areas must receive an emissions inspection no more than 90 days prior to registration. Your registration renewal application from the Motor Vehicles Division (MVD) will say “Emission Test Required” when it is time to have your vehicle tested. If you are new to the metro Phoenix area and seeking to register your car, get new license plates, and take care of other motor vehicle related business, please visit the following link of the Motor Vehicle Division offices closest to you, and their business hours. Here is a complete list of Valley regional freeways and their common names:
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