Motorway Collection (page 6)

Woinic, Saulces-aux-Tournelles, Ardennes, France
Woinic, a giant steel sculpture of a wild boar, by Eric Slezniak, 1983-93, near Saulces-aux-Tournelles in Ardennes, Grand Est, France. The wild boar is the symbol of the Ardennes. Date: 2009

Motorway M25 at dusk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial panoramic view of the Kirkjufell mountain at Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Vesturland region, West of Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

View along US 40 in Mount Vernon Canyon, Colorado, 1942. Creator: Andreas Feininger
View along US 40 in Mount Vernon Canyon, Colorado. Photo shows the highway US 40 and the Mount Vernon Canyon with Shingle Creek below, looking east towards Green Mountain and Denver beyond

Driving Home
Andrea Comari

On The Road
Andrea Comari

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Portugal, Madeira Island, Funchal. Overview of Funchal from Monte. Date: 28/09/2006

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Eisack valley near Klausen, view towards Klausen and the Brenner pass (Brenner). Italy, South Tyrol. Date: 02/12/2008

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Eisack valley near Klausen, view towards Klausen and the Brenner pass (Brenner). Italy, South Tyrol. Date: 02/12/2008

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Twilight over the Concierge and Pont au Change along the River Seine, Paris, France. Date: 30/01/2009

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Twilight over River Seine below the Concierge, Paris, France. Date: 30/01/2009

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Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Jasper National Park in winter. Scenic highway connecting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Icefields bus sign. Date: 17/03/2005

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Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Jasper National Park in winter. Scenic highway connecting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Icefields bus sign. Date: 17/03/2005

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Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Jasper National Park in winter. Scenic highway connecting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Icefields bus sign. Date: 17/03/2005

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Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Jasper National Park in winter. Scenic highway connecting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Date: 17/03/2005

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Canada, Alberta, Icefields Parkway. Jasper National Park in winter. Scenic highway connecting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Date: 17/03/2005

Highway corner, Reedsville, West Virginia, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
Highway corner. Reedsville, West Virginia

A new bridge for the motorway
Stephan Rückert

Courthouse Tower, Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

Car trail lights on desert road crossing the barren land at dusk, Vallebron lookout, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Aerial view of desert road in the barren landscape, Mirador del Risco de las Penas, Pajara, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Aerial view of empty desert road, Mirador del Risco de las Penas viewpoint, Pajara, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Winding road in the desert landscape from Mirador del Risco de las Penas viewpoint, Pajara, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

View from Kings Park over Perth City, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

View of trail lights on the intersection of M1 and M18 Motorways at dusk in South Yorkshire, Sheffield, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Waterton-Glacier mountains at sunset, UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere site with a lone road leading off into the distance, Alberta, Canada, North America

A Sohere suggestion for meeting increasing congestion
Illustration suggesting the need for specially constructed motor-ways to help ease increasing traffic congestion in 1924. The drawing accompanies an article by R. P

Madrid FastForward
Antonio Prado Pérez

Red one goes faster
Andrzej Krawczyk Photography

View of the Gravelly Hill Interchange, which is opened today. The Lancaster red rose was given as a symbol of thanks for the completion of this last section of the motorway system linking Lancashire

Aerial view of Spaghetti Junction. When it opens it will be the most complex highway interchange in Europe. Described on maps as exit No

Aerial view of the Gravelly Hill Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction. Birmingham, West Midlands. 6th March 1997

The opening of the Gravelly Hill Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction. 24th May 1972

Motorway traffic from the BRMB plane. Gravelly Hill Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction. Birmingham, West Midlands. 26th July 1990

The opening ceremony of the Gravelly Hill Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction. 24th May 1972

Silent cranes reach over what is usually a scene of intense activity by day - the site of the multi-level Birmingham interchange with the M6 which is now being built at Gravelly Hill, Erdington

Gravelly Hill Interchange opened. Pictured, the Rt. Hon. Mr Peter Walker, Secretary of State for the Environment, cuts the tape at the opening today

Gravelly Hill Interchange opened. Pictured, (left) the Rt. Hon. Mr Peter Walker, Secretary of State for the Environment, at the opening today

Pictured, workmen put last minute touches to a section of the M6 Gravelly Hill Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction, in Birmingham

People crossing the motorway dangerously, in the north of England. 8th November 1974

The new M1 Motorway from London to Birmingham. Picture shows people on one of the bridges looking down onto a new site for the English roads

The M6 Motorway, heading south from Manchester to Birmingham. Picture shows a lady driver in her Wolseley car staying in the fast lane for 4 miles, after overtaking a driver earlier

Helicopter patrol over the M6 Motorway near Knutsford, Cheshire. The M6 opened in 1958 and was completed 2008 Picture taken 11th March 1964

The Second Severn Crossing under construction. 25th January 1994

Driving conditions on the M1 between the A505 junction at Luton and the A5120 at Toddington, Beds. It is on the stretch that a big pile up previously occurred. Visibility down to 20 yards

The M1 Motorway, opened only 6 days ago, receives its first vehicles. Picture shows the junction at Weedon, Northamptonshire, and a coach driving down the embankment to join the motorway

The M1 Motorway, opened yesterday, receives its first vehicles. Picture shows the area of the M1 in the Luton area, Bedfordshire, north of London

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Exploring the Northern Ireland Road Map, a journey awaits on the motorway. With sleek Jaguar car advertisements enticing us to hit the open road, we embark on an adventure. From above Sheffield, UK, an aerial image captures the vast network of highways connecting cities and towns. Picture No. 10899522 showcases the impressive New Severn Bridge, a symbol of engineering marvels. As we drive along, motorway traffic cones guide our path with precision and caution (Picture No. 10741279). Yet sometimes, even these well-planned routes face challenges like traffic jams on the infamous M25 Motorway near London (England, UK). Heavy traffic becomes a common sight on this bustling stretch in England's United Kingdom (Europe). However, not all they are plagued by congestion; some stand as architectural wonders themselves. Take for instance the Millau viaduct in southern France - spanning over Tarn Gorge at a staggering height of 336 meters and stretching across 5 kilometers - it proudly holds its title as the highest bridge in the world. On long journeys along motorways like Charnock Richard Services on M6 Motorway or witnessing construction work on M5 Motorway (JEH_22055_046), rest stops become welcome respites for weary travelers. The motorway is more than just a means of transportation; it represents connectivity between regions and nations. It serves as a lifeline for commerce and leisure alike – facilitating trade and uniting people from different walks of life. So next time you find yourself cruising down a motorway or caught up in its hustle-bustle, take a moment to appreciate its significance beyond mere asphalt and concrete.