511 Arizona

The 511 Arizona app is one of the worst government-funded software projects I have ever used. It’s practically unusable — full of bugs, crashes constantly, and barely functions for even the simplest tasks. This is not just a poorly made app — it’s a complete embarrassment. I seriously question how such a dysfunctional product could have passed any kind of official review or quality assurance process. Which government official signed off on this? Was this truly tested at all? Or was it simply rubber-stamped and pushed through? Frankly, the only explanation that makes sense is potential corruption. Could there have been bribery or backroom deals involved? Because from a technical or usability standpoint, there is absolutely no legitimate reason this app should have been approved for public use. Taxpayer money was wasted on this garbage. The public deserves better.

You don’t have to set up an account. It’s good for directions when there’s construction. There are warnings about construction and it gives you options. You can get details and select a route. I didn’t like the old version but this one is good.

Besides it being the only dot/511 app that has an ad, it requires you to create an account or log in as a guest. It offers no snow plow tracking, no chain up requirements at which mile makers and it doesn’t show snow conditions on the road. Absolutely useless app for truckers and motorists. The weather radar is a nice touch. This app has a lot of work to do before it be comes something that truckers and motorists can rely on, let alone use.