For the past six months, Williamson Road has seen the amount of travel lanes go down and a center turn lane added in an effort to reduce travel speeds and lower the number of crashes.

VDOT says that 66% of drivers admit to driving while distracted and a whopping 88% of people say that phone use while driving is extremely dangerous. With April being Distracted Driver Awareness Month, VDOT wants to give some tips for keeping yourself safe on the road.

Gas prices are on the rise yet again, and drivers across the region are seeing it for themselves when they pull up to the gas station to fill their tanks.

Interstate 581 has notoriously short weaving lanes for drivers to enter and exit the roadway. Getting on and off 581 can be a bit tricky in many spots.

Studying impaired drivers in a real-world setting can be difficult, which makes it harder to gain an understanding of driving under the influence.

Crews work to clear streets while Texas Tavern continues to serve the community.

As winter weather approaches, residents can take practical steps to prepare using common household items and affordable supplies.

Local researchers are helping us understand impaired driving.

A brief wintry mix could create some travel issues early Tuesday morning.

Roanoke County is working together with VDOT on a study that would look at possible safety improvements to the Route 419/Electric Road corridor between Starkey Road and Springwood Park Drive.

Nearly 2.1 million Virginians will travel this Thanksgiving holiday, marking a 1.1% increase from last year, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic. The surge comes despite economic uncertainties, as Americans continue to prioritize holiday travel and family gatherings.

Distracted driving endangers lives on the road every day, and a researcher at Virginia Tech is sharing tips on how to stay safe when your phone tempts you while you’re behind the wheel.

A man was arrested for DUI Manslaughter after a two-vehicle crash occurred in Northwest Roanoke on Friday night, Roanoke Police Department said.

13 people were injured, five of whom were children, following a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Wythe County on Saturday morning, Virginia State Police said.

The Virginia Department of Transportation is promoting safe driving from April 21 to April 25 with National Work Zone Awareness Week. This year’s theme is “Respect the zone, so we all get home.”

Today may be April Fool’s Day, but distracted driving is no joke.

The Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.

Many people are expected to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all weekend, so the Virginia State Police is urging Virginians to stay safe on the road.

The City of Roanoke and the Town of Vinton have reported that the travel times for the ongoing Gus Nicks Boulevard Lane Reconfiguration Demonstration Project have neared pre-demonstration levels.

The Roanoke Police Department are offering up some tips to keep safe on the roads as well as some hazards to watch out for.

Deer and elk are unpredictable road hazards, but Virginia Tech researchers are working to reduce drivers' risks.

The recent winter storm brought freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, leading to hundreds of crashes across the Commonwealth. Virginia State Police are urging drivers to plan ahead as another storm looms this weekend.

Here is a 10 News digital exclusive interview with Rob Issem on pedestrian safety.

We moved our clocks forward one hour but losing that hour of sleep may throw you off for a while.

If it seems like most new cars are sold with all-wheel drive, you’re not wrong.

Improvements are coming to Orange Avenue in Roanoke.

AAA said only about six inches of water is enough to cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. They told us their biggest advice is to turn around and don’t drown.

With temperatures depleting and winter right around the corner, it’s important to make sure your car is in tip-top shape.

Drivers need to be cautious of blinding glare on the road, caused by daylight savings.

You may have seen signs on the roads that talk about putting your phone down while driving. That’s because it’s National Do Not Disturb While Driving Day.

Fall is here! Along with the beautiful colors and falling leaves comes an increased number of deer on the roadways.

Buying a new car is challenging, some drivers find car prices so expensive, that they are considering leasing their next car.

We take a test drive into the world of electric vehicles -- uncovering the practicality, infrastructure challenges and the future.

Sometimes, making appointments to take care of business can be a hassle, but the Virginia DMV is offering up a few tips to help you make your next trip to the office a bit speedier.

Some might know it, but there is a rideshare for long distances that exists.

Some may be surprised by the highway use fee you’ll have to pay when renewing your car’s registration, leading to cost concerns for some in our area.

Deer will be on the move in the coming months, according to the Virginia Department of Wildlife. This means the chances of hitting a deer on the road are higher.

Street Survival is an all-day intensive driving program with the goal of preparing young drivers for dangerous road scenarios.

While speaking before an energized crowd Monday, Governor Glenn Youngkin doubled down on his vow to repeal a state law that would ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, a law tying Virginia to California’s plan.

The DMV said drivers who choose to participate in the program will only pay for the miles they drove.

VDOT is finishing a two-year construction project that straightened a dangerous, 1.5-mile S-curve in the eastbound lane.

The campaign will run from May 22 through June 5, and you could face a $25 fine if you’re caught.

Drivers continue to see soaring prices at the pump. The national average is $3.27, which is up seven cents from the week of Oct. 4. In Virginia, the average is $3.10. That’s up nine cents from the previous week.

The transition from the current one-way streets to two-way streets will occur in three phases

Distracted driving can vary from adjusting the AC, heat or radio, looking for something or putting on makeup while you’re driving; anything that takes your attention from the road.