A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson

As the summer travel season begins throughout and beyond our beautiful city, I encourage everyone to be safe and follow the rules of the road. Please follow posted speed limits and watch for pedestrians and cyclists, particularly when approaching intersections. By taking these actions in the District, we can all help achieve the Mayor's Vision Zero goal to reach zero fatalities and serious injuries to travelers. In this month's newsletter, there will be some important tips on safe driving including some tips on best practices when pulling a trailer, general tire checks you can perform for National Tire Safety Week, and some recent #TeamDMV outreach in the community. Keep reading to learn more!  Reminder: summer hours at the inspection station have begun! Visit us Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6am - 2pm and Wednesdays from 7am - 2pm. We also have 24/7 kiosks at Takoma and Fort Stanton Recreation Centers.  Also, all DC DMV locations will be closed on the following days to observe Juneteenth and the Independence Day Holidays: Friday, June 19, Friday, July 3 and Saturday July 4. Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app. Please know, your feedback is important. You can write me a letter or submit your general inquiry for the DC Department of Motor Vehicles here. To stay up to date on all things DC DMV year-round, follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn. Thank you for reading this edition of our newsletter. Stay safe, DC!

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PSA: Secure your load for Trailer Safety

June 6 was secure your load day, and June 7-14 was Trailer Safety Awareness Week. As summer continues, and you move throughout the District, make sure you do what you can to make your ride as safe as possible! 

• When hauling items, please make sure they are all safely and properly secured to avoid crashes. 
• Tie down larger items. 
• Buckle up and watch your speed. 
• Ensure you can see out of all your mirrors, and that you don't have blind spots.
• Pulling a trailer? Ensure your heaviest items are at the front!

Watch this helpful video on safe trailering from U-Haul and drive safe, DC! 

National Tire Safety Week Reminders

National Tire Safety Week is celebrated from June 29 through July 4. It is presented by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association and provides helpful reminders to all vehicle operators as tires are critical to road safety. Here are four simple ways you can play your P.A.R.T. when checking your tires.

• Check Inflation PRESSURE at least once a month and before long distance travel.
• Get ALIGNMENT checked by a tire service professional.
• ROTATE your tires. 
• Inspect the TREAD of your tires.

With routine maintenance by a tire service professional, tires can maintain optimum performance and service life. Drive safe, DC!

DC DMV Commemorates the Juneteenth Holiday

June 19, 1866, is the oldest national celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States, commemorating freedom, resilience, and the power of unity.

At DC DMV, we recognize this day celebrating the journey and freedom of those who were enslaved in America. 

Remember, when you feel different, you drive different

Whether it's using the metro or a ride share service, having a designated driver, or calling a sober friend -- plan for a sober ride not just on holiday weekend but every day, DC!

DC DMV Closure Reminders:

• In recognition of Juneteenth, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Friday, June 19.
• In recognition of Independence Day, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Friday, July 3 and Saturday July 4.

Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app. Drive safe, DC! 

Pride Lives Here in DC Year-Round!

Although Pride is celebrated Nationally in June, Pride Lives Here in the District year-round! If you want to show your Pride throughout June and beyond, look into getting our Pride Lives Here Specialty Vehicle Tags.

The application fee is $25 and the annual display fee is $20. Both fees go to support the Mayor's Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs.

DC DMV in the Community 

DC DMV recently participated in the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and the DC Department of Aging and Community Living's annual Senior Block Party on Wednesday May 20. It was a fun-filled event with live music, food and dancing all dedicated to District residents over 55.

The DMV Correspondence team looks forward to engaging with District seniors each year, honoring our commitment to serving our city's most vulnerable residents, and ensuring that senior drivers are able to access the DMV resources they need through our community outreach efforts. For more helpful driver safety information geared towards residents 55 and older, learn more from the DC Highway Safety Office here. 

Have outstanding tickets that need to be paid?

Do you have outstanding parking, photo enforcement, or moving violation tickets that need to be paid? Download DC DMV's mobile app, and tap the "Ticket Services" icon to pay your tickets. The app also allows you to search for unpaid citations by ticket number, tag number, or driver license number.

Never miss a ticket update! Stay in the know about your ticket activity and deadlines with Ticket Alert Service. Register for Ticket Alert Service now! 

DC DMV at Your Fingertips: Get the Mobile App!

Do you need to renew or replace your Driver License or ID Card? #SkipTheTrip and order your renewal or replacements with our free mobile app!

Mobile app transactions include:

Address Change Request
Registration Renewal
Tag Cancellation
Ticket Payment
and much more

The District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles promotes the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety while providing outstanding customer service.