The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Highway Patrol issued a reminder for motorists about non-emergency use of truck runaway ramps after an SUV driver’s recent mishap.
On October 29, 2026, an AZDPS trooper responded to the Kingman area to assist with “a vehicle that became stuck in a runaway truck ramp.”
AZDPS shared images of a black SUV stuck in the gravel arrestor bed, which is designed to slow and then stop runaway vehicles through friction.
“These ramps are designed to save lives by providing a last-resort stopping option for heavy commercial vehicles experiencing brake failure or loss of speed control on steep grades. Using a runaway truck ramp for any non-emergency purpose can create serious safety risks for everyone on the roadway. They are not pullouts, scenic overlooks, rest stops, or exit ramps,” the agency said.
AZDPS warned motorists that driving on runway ramps could have serious consequences:…