Will California’s Mileage Tax Change Your Registration Bill? Inside the Road Usage Charge Pilot and What Comes Next

California’s Road Usage Charge pilot programs are testing a per-mile fee system that could eventually show up on your DMV registration renewal. Here’s what drivers need to know about the mileage tax timeline, how it works, and what to expect in the years ahead.
Why Your California Registration Jumped in 2026: New Surcharges, Local Fees, and How to Check Your Bill

Thousands of California drivers opened their 2026 vehicle registration renewal notices and experienced immediate sticker shock. Registration fees jumped by $50, $100, or even more compared to 2025—leaving many wondering if there’s been a billing error or if they’re being scammed.
California’s New AB 1299: How to Get Parking Tickets Reduced or Waived in 2026

If you’re trying to renew your California vehicle registration right now and the DMV just told you there’s a hold because of unpaid parking tickets, you’re not alone—and there’s good news. A brand-new 2026 law has fundamentally changed how California handles parking penalties, giving drivers more options than ever to resolve tickets and clear registration […]
California Vehicle Registration 2026: New Laws & DMV Changes

Welcome to 2026: Your Trusted Partner for All California Vehicle Registration Needs A New Year’s Message from Quick Auto Tags Happy New Year from all of us at Quick Auto Tags! As we welcome 2026, we want to take a moment to thank our valued customers—past, present, and future—for trusting us with your California DMV […]
Rising California Registration Costs in 2025–2026

Rising California Registration Costs in 2025–2026: What’s Really Driving Your DMV Bill (and How to Avoid Overpaying) December 15, 2025 If your California vehicle registration renewal hit your mailbox recently and the total made you do a double-take, you’re not alone. Across the state, drivers are seeing their 2025 registration bills climb higher than expected—and many are […]
How do I change my address on my California DMV registration?

There are many reasons why you should have your address updated with the California DMV as soon as possible. Here are a few: Avoid late penalties: By receiving your registration renewal notice on time to the right address you will pay your registration on time & avoid paying penalties. Paying toll road citations & speeding tickets […]
Quick and Easy California Vehicle Registration Renewals

Quick and Easy California Vehicle Registration Renewals With everything you have on your to-do list, it can be easy to lose track of the due date of your vehicle registration renewal. The state of California won’t let you off the hook when life gets in the way, in addition to risking getting a ticket, the […]