Tag: Traction Law
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CDOT implements Traction Law due to extreme cold, slick road conditions
The Colorado Department of Transportation on Thursday reported multiple crashes on roadways across the state due to subzero temperatures, extreme wind chill values and below-average visibility. According to CDOT officials, many of these crashes could be avoided if motorists paid more attention to their vehicles before hitting the road. “Driving in winter conditions is very…
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CDOT warns of increased traffic over President’s Day weekend
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Colorado Department of Transportation is predicting heavier-than-normal traffic this weekend in many parts of the state due to President’s Day. The surge of traffic is anticipated to begin on Friday along westbound Interstate 70 and other mountain highways and should continue through Monday. Officials…
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Here’s a refresher about the state’s traction and chain laws
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado experienced its first winter storm system of the season on Tuesday and with more snow and poor driving conditions in the forecast, we’d like to refresh you on the state’s traction and chain laws.…
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CDOT creates new interactive map to help Coloradans find tire shops
Snowy and icy winter roads make Colorado’s roadways a dangerous place for drivers with nearly bare or bare tires. In an attempt to make finding new tires easier, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) launched an interactive map that will help people find tire shops and local discounts. “When it comes to winter driving, tires…