[9] During the inauguration, the road was named after Gershon Dubinbaum, a Palmach member who was killed in the area.

[14] The section between Arad and Sodom was a dangerous road descending to the Dead Sea region in sharp turns until it was upgraded in 2014.

As part of the works, intensive treatment was carried out to develop scenery and landscaping on the roadside, sidewalks were erected, and lighting was installed along the entire section length.

In addition, a bicycle path was paved, and safety rails were placed for vehicles and pedestrians.

On February 3, 2015, an accident occurred between a truck carrying a tractor and a bus near the Lehavim intersection.

Highway 6 continues south and connects to the upgraded road to Arad at the Shoket Interchange.