Driving CFX: March 2026

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March 2026 | ISSUE 118

Can You Count to 3?

You’ve heard of counting seconds in Mississippis, but here in Florida we use “Tallahassees”. And you need 3 Tallahassees between you & the car in front of you to stay safe if they slam on brakes. Try this, pick a landmark ahead like a sign or light pole. Once they pass it, count 1 Tallahassee, 2 Tallahassee, 3 Tallahassee. If you pass your landmark before the third Tallahassee, give the person in front of you a little more room.

Learn more at DriveSmartFlorida.org.

State Road 516 Reaches Milestone

SR 516’s footprint is starting to come into focus in Horizon West. Construction crews recently marked a major milestone as large bridge girders were hoisted over SR 429 – marking a major step forward in completing the new SR 429 / SR 516 interchange in Orange County.

Once complete, this interchange will help link Lake and Orange counties with an innovative expressway designed to improve regional mobility and support future growth.

The SR 516 Lake/Orange Expressway is being developed to address increasing transportation demand in this fast-growing area, while enhancing connectivity across the region.

The project will:

Improve east-west connectivity between Orange and Lake counties, including Horizon West and Clermont
Support the Lake County Wellness Way Area Plan, a long-term vision for balanced growth and community development
Expand transportation options with a dedicated multi-use trail for cyclists and pedestrians
When finished, SR 516 will provide an important new route for residents, businesses, and visitors, helping reduce travel times and improving access throughout the corridor.

Click here to stay up to date with the latest updates.

Drive, Pay and Save Smarter with E-PASS

Are you taking full advantage of all the benefits E-PASS has to offer?

E-PASS is a smart, secure, and flexible way to pay tolls. You can think of it like a bank account for your tolls. You put the money in upfront, just as you would make an initial deposit into a bank account and then use that money to pay for items. Withdrawals, or toll payments, are made using your E-PASS electronic transponder, similar to using your debit card to make purchases.

You can use your E-PASS to pay for the following travel expenses:

Tolls on any toll road in Florida (yes all of them including Express Lanes!)
Tolls on all toll roads in up to 19 states (using a Uni portable by E-PASS)
Parking at Orlando Intl. Airport (including Brightline)
Parking at Port Canaveral, Terminal 3

And, just like some banks offer exclusive perks, E-PASS also offers the most savings options in Florida, including:

Always pay the lowest toll rate on all FL toll roads when you pay with E-PASS
Get up to an additional 25% back each month to use for future tolls with the E-PASS Volume Savings Program
Free toll stickers for all vehicles, including options in black to blend into your windshield
Auto-replenishment to avoid a negative balance (set up in your online account)
Options to add funds with ApplePay, GooglePay, and PayPal
Take full advantage of all your E-PASS has to offer by downloading the E-PASS Toll App and track your savings, and tolls today.

Sunbridge Receives SR 534 Project Update

As planning for SR 534 continues to move toward construction, CFX remains committed to keeping residents informed and engaged throughout the process.

Recently, more than 200 residents of the Del Webb Sunbridge community in Osceola County gathered to receive a project update on SR 534 and learn how the roadway fits into the planned regional Southern Beltway connecting Orange and Osceola counties. Residents learned about the project’s purpose, current progress, and long-term role in supporting regional mobility as Central Florida continues to grow.

Community meetings like this allow residents to ask questions, share feedback, and stay informed about transportation improvements being made in their area.

To learn more about the SR 534 project or to schedule a presentation for your community, visit SR534.com.

E-PASS is Dedicated to Business Account Support

Did you know that E-PASS offers exclusive benefits to business account customers? In

fact, our dedicated service team will work to customize a toll account plan to meet the needs of your business or fleet.

E-PASS offers additional savings with free toll stickers and volume toll discounts for all axle classes. Plus, local E-PASS customer service team members are always available to resolve any questions or concerns.

To get started, call 1-407-690-5400, email bizacct@cfxway.com or visit https://www.cfxway.com/e-pass/business-accounts/ today.

What’s on your windshield?

CFX Honored with Diamond Award

A photo highlighting CFX’s innovative Flex Lanes system has earned regional recognition, winning the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council’s Diamond Award.

The award-winning image captures how Flex Lanes are helping transform travel across Central Florida, combining advanced technology with infrastructure designed to keep traffic moving safely and efficiently.

Flex Lanes utilize a wider median shoulder that can be temporarily opened to traffic when an incident blocks one or more right travel lanes. When crashes or other incidents slow traffic, the Flex Lane can be activated via dynamic overhead digital message boards to allow vehicles to safely pass the scene at a reduced speed - helping maintain traffic flow and reduce congestion during unexpected events.

This recognition highlights CFX’s commitment to leading with next-generation transportation solutions that support the region’s continued growth and mobility needs.

To learn more about Flex Lanes and how they work, visit cfxway.com/flexlanes.

Partner Update

Stay up to date with all that's happening on Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise’s SR 417 project that’s part of the Turnpike Initiative in Seminole County. Click here to learn more about FTE's SR 417 widening from Aloma Avenue to SR 434.