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California REG 5:Title Transfer Without Probate When Owner Is Deceased

January 21, 2026

Since vehicles transferred after the death of someone are most typical without probate, that is to say without any legal process or court proceedings, in California, the CA DMV has…

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California: EVs To Follow Standard Diagnostic System By 2026

November 16, 2023

The Golden State has claimed many firsts in the world of (vehicle) electrification. California has led the nation in its efforts for cleaner air and less pollution. Calling out that…

California: Second-Quarter EV Sales Up 70% Over Same Period In 2022

January 20, 2026

According to Bloomberg news, during this last quarter (from April 1 to June 30, 2023) EV (new car) sales in California climbed 70%. This compared to the same period last…

Want To Sell Your Vehicle In California, But Lost Title? Now What?

January 20, 2026

You can get good money for your used car these days, even if trading it in for a newer model. Used vehicles today are selling high; Carfax’s average listings for…

Buy, Title, And Register Your Used Electric Vehicle In California

January 20, 2026

The Golden State is the leader in the U.S. for electric vehicle adoption. The state’s EV mandate requires that all new cars sold in 2035 and beyond will be zero-emissions.…

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Moving to California: A Guide to Residency and Out-of-State Vehicle Title Transfer

March 16, 2026

If you’ve just moved to the state of California, let us be one of the firsts to welcome you! No doubt you are already aware of just how important it…

Distracted Driving In California: Over 57,000 Cellphone Violations

January 20, 2026

Car accidents happen every day in the U.S. to the tune of 2 million according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In 2021, about 42,915 people died…

California Dirt Bike Registration Expiring Soon, Renew/Register Online

January 20, 2026

Close to 40 million people call California home. The Golden State is one of the most geographically diverse state: bountiful farmlands, sweeping valleys, rugged mountain ranges, vast deserts, lush forests,…

3 Unexpected Costs Of Owning An Electric Vehicle

January 20, 2026

The push to drive an EV these days is everywhere you look. From car dealerships to governments to climate change advocates and more. EV startups are popping up at an…

Renew Your California License Plates And Registration Online

January 20, 2026

In 1905, the Golden State asked its residents to register their vehicles and get license plates. The front tag was only added in 1911. Drivers provided their own plates until…

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