California is going backwards. Home to nearly 40 million people, it was only a matter of time before the Golden State ran out of license plate numbers. Since 1980, the Department of Motor Vehicles has relied on a seven-character sequence — one number, three letters, three numbers. California is running out of license plate combinations … Read more
More than 11,000 California drivers are being forced to retake the state’s dreaded written DMV exam after officials uncovered mysterious “irregularities” tied to their original tests — or risk having their license yanked. The California Department of Motor Vehicles sent an ominous warning out to drivers who had already passed their exams between July 2025 … Read more
California is one step closer to allowing local Disney fans to turn their vehicles into rolling tributes to Mickey, Minnie and Co. State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced Tuesday a new public-private partnership to create a Disneyland-themed specialized license plate that would raise funds for children’s hospitals across the state. The plate is being developed in … Read more
He feels like No. 1. Gov. Kathy Hochul spared a Long Island granddad’s pee-themed license plate from getting flushed down the toilet after the DMV had revoked the tags. Motorist Seth Bykofsky, 69, had asked the Democratic governor to step in to pardon his vanity plate PB4WEGO and Hochul answered the call Tuesday afternoon — … Read more
A Long Island grandpa whose pee-themed license plate was revoked by the DMV is a wee bit peeved about the turnaround — and now he’s asking the governor for some relief. Seth Bykofsky, 69, said he was surprised when his “PB4WEGO” vanity plates were yanked in January because they weren’t offensive or any more controversial … Read more
With her driving test looming, 19-year-old Tash Phillips went full DIY on a roadblock — literally. Posting a clip to TikTok of herself and her mother lugging leafy branches earlier this month, the caption screamed, “I NEED TO PASS THIS TEST.” The Gen Z woman (@tashphillips24353) and U.K. resident further explained in white text over … Read more
Real ID, real scams. Con artists have been targeting Americans overwhelmed by today’s deadline for a Real ID. The enhanced form of identification will be required to fly domestically, enter federal buildings, and access secure facilities, with phony websites promising expedited processing, per the Better Business Bureau. However, the only way to obtain a Real … Read more
WASHINGTON – As many Americans across the nation are rushing to obtain their REAL ID license, some are choosing to opt out by either using their valid passport as their preferred form of ID for travel or waiting until their current driver’s license expires and then renewing it. The REAL ID requirement takes effect on May … Read more
Loyalty runs deep: More than half of Americans would suffer through going to the DMV (53%) for the sake of their loved ones, according to new research. To understand how far people are willing to go to help others, a recent survey of 2,000 U.S. adults explored the concept of loyalty in terms of friends, … Read more
With Americans scrambling to obtain a REAL ID ahead of the required deadline, some states are getting creative in their appointment offerings. The REAL ID requirement will take effect on May 7, when Americans must have a new form of identification in order to fly domestically. DMVs across the country are reportedly working to meet demand, … Read more
The countdown is on: In less than 20 days, the REAL ID requirement will take effect, requiring Americans to obtain a new form of identification in order to fly domestically. Other identification that will be accepted in lieu of a REAL ID includes a valid U.S. passport or passport card; DHS trusted traveler cards such as Global … Read more
The fast-approaching deadline for REAL IDs has many Americans rushing to obtain the important new identification, even as travel issues may lie ahead. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued a press release reminding Americans of the May 7 deadline while also warning of delays. “Passengers who present a state-issued identification that is not REAL ID compliant … Read more
Americans coast to coast are rushing to obtain REAL IDs, while many motor vehicle bureaus are grappling to accommodate appointments. With the deadline of May 7 approaching, air travelers at domestic airports and people entering some federal buildings must have a REAL ID. Some Americans are considering alternatives if they’re struggling to get DMV appointments to obtain … Read more
Ice-T got a little hot. The rapper and “Law and Order: SVU” star had a heated exchange with law enforcement in New Jersey last May after being pulled over for expired license plates, calling a police officer a “f–king a–hole.” The verbal altercation was captured on bodycam footage obtained by TMZ and the YouTube channel … Read more
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles announced thousands of personalized license plates were rejected from January to October 2022. Data for November and December was not available yet. License plates with phrases like “LA KILLA,” “2@BADASH,” and “MR.CRAZY” were three of over 5,000 denied by TxDMV, according to Fox 26 Houston. Though vehicle owners pay extra for personalized … Read more