Here are the latest California DMV news highlights I found recently:
- Autonomous vehicle regulations: California adopted updated, broad AV rules, allowing manufacturers to apply for permits to test and deploy heavy-duty autonomous vehicle tech on California roads. This is described as the most comprehensive AV regulation package in the U.S. as of 2026.
- Digital IDs and mobile drivers licenses: DMV expanded mobile driver’s licenses to support wallet-based use (including Samsung Wallet), continuing the department’s digital transformation efforts.
- State actions to combat identity fraud and reduce wait times: DMV announced new digital technology initiatives aimed at reducing wait times and enhancing identity verification.
If you’d like, I can pull the full press releases or provide a short, user-friendly summary tailored to a specific DMV topic (e.g., AV testing, REAL ID, CDL changes).
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www.dmv.ca.govFederal Government Ends Clean Air Vehicle (CAV) Decal Program (September 9, 2025) What you need to know: The federal government will no longer allow states to issue Clean Air Vehicle decals. This means that starting October 1, vehicles displaying a Clean Air Vehicle (CAV) decal will no longer be allowed to travel in carpool High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes with a single occupant or receive reduced toll rates in some areas. … DMV Statement on Cruise LLC Suspension (October 24, 2023) The...
qr.dmv.ca.govNew Autonomous Vehicle Regulations Strengthen Oversight and Enforcement, Authorize Trucks and Transit (April 28, 2026) Sacramento — The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced the adoption of new autonomous vehicle (AV) regulations. These rules, the most comprehensive AV regulations in the nation, are the result of an extensive public comment and review process. Under the updated regulations, AV manufacturers may now apply for permits to test and deploy heavy-duty...
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www.news.caloes.ca.govContact: Office of Public Affairs2415 First AvenueSacramento, CA 95818(916) 657–6437 [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 2, 2024 Sacramento – In the latest development in its customer-focused digital transformation, the California Department of Motor Vehicles has introduced a new online case management system that provides faster response times on Driver Safety issues, such as suspensions and hearings. […]
qr.dmv.ca.govDMV issues memos as needed to inform you of any new procedures and/or requirements that may affect your business.
www.dmv.ca.govFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 4, 2023 Sacramento – More than 15.6 million Californians now have a REAL ID – an increase of 171,769 from the previous month – according to California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) data. May brings days that are getting longer and warmer, baby birds chirping, and blooming flowers. It’s time for renewal […]
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