California Vehicle Registration for Military Members: Exemptions and Out-of-State Plates
Stationed in California? Discover how active duty service members can save hundreds on registration fees through VLF exemptions and out-of-state plate rules.
Lost or Stolen Registration Card or Sticker in California: How to Replace It Fast
Lost your registration card or had your sticker stolen? Here are the four ways to get a replacement in California, including same-day options, and what to do if your renewal sticker never arrived.
Do Mopeds, Scooters and E-Bikes Need to Be Registered in California?
Wondering whether your two-wheeled ride requires DMV tags? Learn if e-bikes need registration in California, plus rules for mopeds and scooters.
Green Sticker vs. Red Sticker in California: OHV Registration for Dirt Bikes, ATVs and UTVs
Get clear answers on green sticker vs red sticker California OHV registration. Learn how riding seasons, model years, and recent state rules impact your off-road adventures.
California Trailer Registration Guide: Utility, Cargo, Boat and Travel Trailers
Most California trailers can go on the Permanent Trailer Identification program, but larger travel trailers and homemade builds follow different rules. Here is how to register yours.
How to Register a Boat or Jet Ski in California: CF Numbers, Stickers and Fees
Everything you need to register a boat or jet ski in California, from CF number display rules and stickers to buying used, bringing a boat from another state and the two-year renewal cycle.
Temporary Operating Permit (TOP) in California: When You Need One and How to Get It
Failed smog, waiting on plates, or stuck on an incomplete application? Here is when California issues a Temporary Operating Permit, how long it lasts, what it costs and when a one-day moving permit is your only option.
Why Can’t I Renew My Car Registration in California? Common DMV Holds and How to Clear Them
Can't finish your California registration renewal? Here is how to spot the DMV hold on your record, from parking tickets and toll violations to insurance suspensions and missing smog, and who to contact to clear it.
California Registration Renewal by Mail: How to Do It and What to Include
Most Sacramento drivers do not realize they can renew their [...]
California DMV Smog Fee Explained: When It Applies and How Much It Costs
Confused about California smog fees? You’re not alone. Many drivers [...]
