Ndot freeway service patrol shares winter driving tips

NDOT’s Freeway Service Patrol shares winter vehicle preparation tips and highlights its role in keeping Reno-area freeways clear, safe and moving efficiently.

Oct 20, 2026 Updated 24 mins ago• 2 min read

Nevada Department of Transportation

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After providing roadway assistance for nearly 9,000 incidents on Reno-area freeways since the beginning of this year, the Nevada Department of Transportation’s Freeway Service Patrol is offering tips to prepare vehicles for winter driving.

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