by Fix MI State | Jun 22, 2023 | Roads & Bridges
A new report by TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit, shows traffic-related deaths in Michigan spiked 15% between 2019 and 2022, even when COVID-related closures forced many to work from home. “The report shows that speeds on Michigan roads have...
by Fix MI State | Jun 15, 2023 | Work Zone Safety
If you’ve driven a vehicle in Michigan during construction season, chances are you’ve experienced the frustrating traffic bottleneck associated with lane closures. Some drivers choose to exit the closing lane as soon as they learn of the traffic shift ahead. Others...
by Fix MI State | Jun 14, 2023 | Roads & Bridges
Michigan’s construction season continues next week with more than 130 new road and bridge projects requiring some type of lane closure around the state. Among the projects that will have impacts on traffic between Monday and Friday, June 12-16, include work on M-50 in...
by Fix MI State | Jun 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Starting this summer, Michigan drivers will have to put down their phones while behind the wheel or risk a ticket On Wednesday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation making Michigan the 26th state to enact a “hands-free” distracted driving law, which bars motorists...
by Fix MI State | Jun 1, 2023 | Press Releases & Statements
LANSING, Mich. – Rob Coppersmith, executive vice president of the Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA), issued the following statement after the announcement from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of the formation of the Growing Michigan Together...