PHOENIX (AP) — It’s no joke. Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs will soon disappear from highways and freeways across the country. The U.S.
The Federal Highway Administration says no joking around, and are giving states two years to get rid of the messages. Here's an example of a clever sign spotted in Massachusetts: "Use Yah Blinkah."
Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs, such as those occasionally seen in New Jersey, will soon be disappearing from highways and freeways across the country.
All humorous and quirky traffic safety campaign messages will be banned across the U.S. by 2026 according to new guidelines with an effective date of Jan. 18
PHOENIX (AP) — It’s no joke. Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs will soon disappear from highways and freeways across the country. The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has given states two years to implement all the changes outlined in its new 1,100-page manual released last month, …
Officials said overhead electronic signs with obscure meanings, references to pop culture, or those intended to be funny will be banned in 2026 because they can be misunderstood or distracting to drivers.
Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs will soon be disappearing from highways and freeways across the country. The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has given states two years to make changes.
Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs — such as "Visiting in-laws? Slow down, get there late" and "Hocus pocus, drive with focus," will soon be disappearing from highways and freeways across the country.
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