Access websites such as traffic.com or your local news station's traffic web page. For example, check the "Traffic" section of your local news station's website to view the quickest routes, speed limits and even congested areas near your destination. These sites provide local traffic information specific to your travel route, including detours or alternate routes in the event of an accident. Some websites even have live traffic feeds, along with traffic data for particular areas.
Visit your State Department of Transportation's official website to view highway and road safety information, weather forecasts and real-time traffic updates. Look for headings such as "Traffic Updates," "Travel Information" or a similarly named option. For example, when using the North Carolina Department of Transportation website, users would select the region, route and county of the travel destination using the drop-down menu feature. After selecting the areas, users can view any incidents, including construction delays or detours, by clicking any link under the "Description" heading.
Dial 511 from a mobile phone, if available, to get the latest traffic information while traveling on the interstate. In July 2000, the FCC selected "511"as a designated travel number available to states and local jurisdictions across the U.S. Consult the Federal Highway Administration's "511" web page to view states with an active 511 system before traveling to your destination.
Activate your mobile phone's GPS service, if available, to get traffic information. Power on the GPS and enter your destination information. While the GPS is actively engaged, tap the phone's "Menu" key. Find and click "Traffic Summary" or a similarly named option to view any traffic updates or delays.
