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Friday, February 05, 2010
Motor Vehicle Offices Schedule for Lincoln and Washington’s Birthdays
	Before heading out to a DMV location, be sure to check the office schedules due to the up-coming holiday.

Monday, February 01, 2010
Acceptable Forms of Identification Needed When Registering a Vehicle In Connecticut
	See updated clarification of the kinds of identification documents needed when going to the DMV to register a vehicle.

Monday, January 25, 2010
Parents’ Role in Teen Driving Education Making A Difference Outside the Classroom
	Teen drivers’ parents attending the state's new two-hour required driver training session for parents reported the program as overwhelmingly beneficial and has led them to adopt new safety measures with their young drivers. The federally funded survey showed 85 of the parents reported that the training gave them more information to use in their parenting responsibilities with a teen driver. They also said (82 percent) they would recommend these classes to parents of other teen drivers.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Governor Rell: Report Issued on Ways To Strengthen Enforcement of Handicapped Parking
	Governor M. Jodi Rell announced today that a state Department of Motor Vehicles report recommends several ways to strengthen the enforcement of handicapped parking laws in Connecticut. The report cites five areas of focus to improve enforcement – widespread crack down efforts, increased public outreach, possible volunteer assistance, law enforcement technology improvements and use of window stickers. There are currently about 315,000 handicap parking placards in use across the state.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010
What Everyone Needs to Know About Auto Repairs
	Each year, the Department of Consumer Protection hears hundreds of complaints involving motor vehicle repairs. The best way to avoid repair problems is to be prepared and informed beforehand. Learn how your vehicle works and how to identify common car problems. The more you know, the more likely you’ll be able to head off costly repairs.

Friday, January 01, 2010
New Canaan Teen Creates Video About "Green" Driving Tips for Teens
	Spurred by a personal concern over the effects of climate change, Katherine Schultz of New Canaan, a newly-licensed, now seventeen year old driver, saw an opportunity to help a new generation of drivers become more environmentally responsible drivers.