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Florida Gas Prices Rose 10 Cents Last Week
"The jump at the pump may not be over yet," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. "Drivers may be in line for another round of rising prices, after gasoline and crude oil futures rose to new 2024 highs..." more
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FDOT Hosts First Transportation Industry Hiring Event and Makes First-Ever On-Site Hire
In February, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and 50 industry partners hosted the state’s first transportation industry hiring event in Jacksonville. The event, named Road to … more
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FLHSMV March Public Safety Campaign Never Drive Impaired Focuses on Education and Raising Awareness of the Impacts of Driving While Impaired
Driving impaired has real consequences, negatively impacting thousands of Floridians and visitors yearly. Here's what to do to avoid an accident and save people's lives, including your own.. more
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The Quiet Killer Stalking Our Roads – Drowsy Driving
“This study should be a wakeup call for drivers to not underestimate the dangers of drowsy driving,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. more
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Florida gas prices inch lower after rising 15 cents
"Gasoline and oil futures moved lower late last week, reportedly due to uncertainty about whether the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates later this year. This could temporarily cause the gas price hike to stall." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more
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The Busy Travel Season Starts with Spring Break
According to the survey, the most popular times to travel are from March through July. For many travelers, their first vacation of the year will be during spring break. more
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Progress Underway Advancing I-4 Moving Florida Forward Projects to Construction
With growing commuter, tourist, and freight traffic along I-4 in this area the interstate is in great need of addressing capacity and operations upgrades to improve mobility through the area, increase safety, enhance the quality of life. more
Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit Conducts Traffic Stop Leading to 91 Felony Charges and Four Misdemeanors
A search of the vehicle revealed multiple stolen credit cards, counterfeited credit cards, credit card skimmers, and a small amount of marijuana. The driver and passenger were both arrested on multiple charges. more
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Data reveals the states with the most road accidents caused by changing lanes - Florida ranks in top five
"...On a national level, there were 4,392 drivers involved in fatal crashes over the five-year period who were changing lanes at the time.”- Richard Suzuki more
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Individual's Unsuccessful Attempt to Evade Arrest Results in Crash, Apprehension
The Trooper verified the speed to be approximately 100 mph and attempted to pull the vehicle over using emergency lights and sirens. more
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Hit the Brakes: Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking Isn’t Foolproof
“Our testing resulted in collisions with mock vehicles and pedestrians. So, drivers should remain alert and not become overly reliant on the technology,” said Mark Jenkins, AAA. more
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Florida Gas Prices Drift Lower after Reaching a New 2024 High
Two weeks ago, the state average jumped 21 cents per gallon. Then last week, the state average fell 5 cents before jumping another 8 cents. more
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Florida Highway Patrol Uniform Voted the 8th 'Sexiest' in America, Reveals Survey
“In the end, it's not just about the uniforms but the people who wear them with honor and style. As one survey respondent aptly put it, 'These uniforms are more than fabric and threads; they're the embodiment of the states they represent and the officers who wear them with pride,'" says Michael Dinich from Wealth of Geeks. more
FHP Troopers Locate Abducted Child, Subject of Amber Alert Issued Sunday
The Trooper, who had recently received a Be-On-The-Lookout (BOLO) identifying a location in his area for the suspect vehicle, a 2019 BMW 440I with Georgia Tag TBZ4664, positioned himself in a manner that would allow him to see if the vehicle crossed his path. more
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This is not the location of the arrest, but a Wendy's restaurant used for representation.
Motorcyclist, Passenger Arrested at Wendy’s Following Failed Attempt to Elude Troopers
Troopers attempted to pull the motorcycle over using emergency lights and sirens. However, the motorcycle failed to yield and continued riding northbound on I-95, accelerating to speeds over 100 miles per hour. more
Florida gas prices drop 9 cents
Florida's average gas price is now on a 10-day streak of declines, falling a total of 13 cents per gallon since February 1. more
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2024 Travel Trends: AAA Reports Strong Demand for Cruising
"Travel demand is off to a strong start, which means availability will continue to shrink in the next couple of months," said Debbie Haas, Vice President of Travel for AAA more
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Florida gas prices move lower after 12 cents jump
Gasoline futures prices dropped 15 cents per gallon. The U.S. price for crude oil declined $5.73 per barrel (-7%) last week. Friday's closing price of $72.28/b was the lowest daily closing price in two weeks.  more
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AAA Study Examines Characteristics of Fatal Roadside Worker Crashes
"New research reveals that vehicle collisions with roadside workers are not always the result of poor visibility. More often than not, speed, driver distractions, and/or impairment are a factor." - Mark Jenkins, AAA. more
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Stay at the Scene; a Hit and Run isn’t an Accident; It’s a Crime!
There are penalties for hit and run crashes. They are not 'harmless' and can cause serious injury, property damage, and even death. Those involved should always stay on the scene and remember that driving is a privilege and a responsibility. Here are helpful statistics and accident tips. more
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FHP Needs Your Help Locating Hit and Run Vehicle That Struck Ambulance Transporting Critical Stroke Patient
Friday night on January 26, a little after 7 p.m., Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Troopers responded to I-4 westbound, east of  Thonotosassa Road (Exit 19) to assist a Polk County Fire Rescue … more
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Florida gas prices are 16 cents higher than last week
The state average jumped from $2.99 per gallon on Monday to $3.18/g by mid-week. The U.S. price of crude oil settled at $78.01 per barrel. more
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AAA: Florida Gas Prices are the lowest in a Month
"The state average has plummeted more than 16 cents in the past two weeks," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. … more
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Florida gas prices are down 8 cents from last week
"Florida gas prices continue bouncing above and below $3 a gallon," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. more
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Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit Arrests Narcotics Trafficker, Seizes 15,000 Fentanyl Pills Following Pursuit of Stolen Cloned Vehicle
As troopers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the subject vehicle fled the area and reached speeds of over 100 miles per hour, side-swiping another motorist, and driving the wrong way on a public road multiple times while being followed by marked units. more
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