RALEIGH – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department's weekly newscast.
New DriveNC Website and App
A new version of the N.C. Department of Transportation’s traveler-information website is now available at DriveNC.gov.
In addition to the revamped website, users can now download the free DriveNC mobile app for easy on-the-go access to the latest information on road closures and other traffic disruptions.
The DriveNC.gov website address has not changed, but users will experience a refreshed map and updated legend of real-time data.
Website users can visit the “New Features” tab in the top navigation bar for helpful tutorials of new tools. These upgrades include customized route or area alerts, live traffic cameras, and more.
Asheville Intercity Bus
The Asheville intercity bus service has surpassed over 10,000 riders since its relaunch after Hurricane Helene. The service has seen steady monthly growth in less than a year since its relaunch.
Ridership for this period exceeds that of the last three years, indicating the service, funded by the NCDOT, is fulfilling its goal of expanding access to jobs, healthcare and education.
State ROADEO
NCDOT state maintenance crews recently competed in NCDOT’s Equipment Operator’s Safety Training Conference, also known as the State ROADEO.
The ROADEO is an annual event in which workers showcase their expertise in operating cranes, trucks, and other heavy equipment.
Winners from each North Carolina division traveled to Raleigh to compete in eight different categories. State winners will go on to compete in a regional event.
The event promotes skill advancement and enhances safety awareness, reflecting workers’ commitment to keeping North Carolina roads safe.
For more information about NCDOT Now, contact the NCDOT Communications Office at (919) 707-2660. Additional news stories from throughout the week can be found on NCDOT.gov.