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The $7 Million Pothole: A Life Changed, and How It Could’ve Been Prevented

The $7 Million Pothole: A Life Changed, and How It Could’ve Been Prevented

The $7 Million Pothole: A Life Changed, and How It Could’ve Been PreventedAmerican Road Patch
Published on: 10/08/2025

Tragedy on Skyline Boulevard In March 2017, Ty Whitehead was training his bike in the Oakland hills, riding on a familiar stretch of Skyline Boulevard. His wheel struck a deep pothole, and he was thrown over his handlebars. He went into a coma for two weeks and emerged with life-altering brain injuries and permanent disabilities. KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco

Snowplows Ahead? Make Your Road Repairs Last All Season (and beyond).

Snowplows Ahead? Make Your Road Repairs Last All Season (and beyond).

Snowplows Ahead? Make Your Road Repairs Last All Season (and beyond).American Road Patch
Published on: 09/17/2025

As the temperatures start to cool across most of the United States, now is the perfect time to get ahead of winter road damage. Freeze–thaw cycles, snowplows, and de-icing chemicals are just around the corner — and they’re some of the toughest challenges for road surfaces.

American Road Patch Cleared for UK Use: Certified by BBA HAPAS After Rigorous Testing

American Road Patch Cleared for UK Use: Certified by BBA HAPAS After Rigorous Testing

American Road Patch Cleared for UK Use: Certified by BBA HAPAS After Rigorous TestingAmerican Road Patch
Published on: 06/10/2025

The British Board of Agrément (BBA) has officially certified American Road Patch under the UK’s Highways Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS), making it a fully approved solution for pothole repairs and bituminous surface defects across the non-strategic road network.

Potholes Wreak Havoc This Time of Year. But are Municipal Leaders the Real Problem?

Potholes Wreak Havoc This Time of Year. But are Municipal Leaders the Real Problem?

Potholes Wreak Havoc This Time of Year. But are Municipal Leaders the Real Problem?American Road Patch
Published on: 03/26/2025

Preface: To our esteemed municipal partners: Thank you for being pioneers and champions of innovation by adopting American Road Patch. This article is not directed at you, but rather addresses concerns from other municipalities that have yet to embrace such advancements.