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The Selmon West Extension project is one of several potential projects that Tampa-Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) has on their first-ever five-year work program. The Selmon Extension is a 1.6-mile toll lane that runs above the median of Gandy Boulevard that will allow a choice for local residents and regional travelers: use Gandy Blvd. for local […]

According to the FCC, distracted driving accounted for 16% of all fatal crashes in 2008 and 21% of accidents involving injuries. Music, cell phones and passengers are the biggest concerns to distract a young driver. Talk to them about setting boundaries for their passengers such as setting appropriate noise levels and calming down in-car rowdiness. […]

Happy We are giving away $100 in SunPass Gift Cards! Tag us in a social media post on Instagram, FaceBook or Twitter with the hashtag  #loveyourdrive  between now and December 16th and will enter you in a drawing for a $25 SunPass Gift Card! A total of 4 winners will be randomly chosen (10 lucky runner-ups […]

THEA’s Board approves a $2.5 million budget for enhancements to the Selmon Greenway. As part of THEA’s ongoing commitment to the region, we are upgrading and enhancing the Selmon Greenway. Earlier this week, THEA’s Board of Directors approved a $2.5 million dollar budget to enhance the Selmon Greenway and essentially make the Selmon Greenway Green! The […]

The USDOT recently awarded us with a $17 million contract in Connected Vehicle Technology. This industry is already in the billions and only expected to grow, as more and more cities will be adopting the concept of “smart cities”. “Smart Cities” will allow us to save lives, make transportation and roads safer, and allow for […]

All Construction Will Take Place Between 9:00 pm – 5:00 am 9/20 Sunday Evening – Reversible Electronic Lanes 9/21 Monday Evening – Reversible Electronic Lanes 9/22 Tuesday Evening – Bay to Bay Blvd – On/Off Ramps 9/23 Wednesday Evening – Euclid Blvd – On/Off Ramps 9/24 Thursday Evening – Gandy Blvd – Off-Ramp 9/25 Friday […]

The way you and your kids start your day is important. The morning routine sets the tone for the day, so it’s helpful for everyone in your family when it feels relaxed and pleasant. Make sure to get up early enough that you and your family don’t feel rushed and stressed Allow time for a […]

Despite the recent move to create more bike-friendly and walkable cities or to provide more reliable public transportation options, most Americans rely on their cars to get around.  With so many people driving — especially in urban settings — roadways are getting clogged with congestion and riddled with potholes from wear and tear, causing delays […]