This is the definitive resource for vehicle owners in California. It provides in-depth information on Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) services, including vehicle registration, license plate lookups and convenient online tools. Please find below key facts and figures relating to traffic safety concerns in the state, including high rates of fatalities and drug-impaired driving. These figures also relate to enforcement efforts by the California Highway Patrol. Furthermore, this page outlines the mandatory auto insurance requirements, which stipulate minimum liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage, and details alternative options to prove financial responsibility. Please familiarise yourself with the various types of insurance coverage available, including comprehensive and collision insurance. You will also receive insight into effective strategies to reduce your monthly premium, as well as information regarding the strict penalties, including fines and license suspension, for non-compliance with state insurance law. The information also covers the crucial steps to follow after an auto accident and how to successfully file an insurance claim through the California Department of Insurance (CDI).