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• AAA Report: Two-Thirds of U.S. Drivers Support Increased Federal Funding to Improve Roads

  WASHINGTON, D.C., (April 25, 2013) – Sixty-two percent of U.S. motorists believe the federal government should invest more money to improve roadways, according to a recent public opinion poll conducted by AAA. The vast majority of drivers (81 percent) also [...]
• Asphalt Fact #20

  A smooth pavement maximizes tire contact, providing more traction.

  Fun FACT:

  Open-graded asphalt allows rainwater to drain through the pavement surface, reducing the amount of splash and spray kicked up by vehicles. Read more about Open-Graded Asphalt “Open-graded Asphalt Surfaces Offer… (PDF)” by Ed Schlect, Asphalt Institute District Engineer…