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Computer glitch could keep 1,900 teens from voting in South Carolina
Read full article: Computer glitch could keep 1,900 teens from voting in South CarolinaA judge in South Carolina has ruled it is too late for South Carolina to reopen voter registration for nearly 1,900 teens after the state Department of Motor Vehicles failed to notify election officials that they checked the box to register as they got their driver’s licenses.
General Motors' autonomous vehicle unit recalls cars for software update after dragging a pedestrian
Read full article: General Motors' autonomous vehicle unit recalls cars for software update after dragging a pedestrianGM's Cruise autonomous vehicle unit is recalling all 950 of its cars to update its software after one dragged a pedestrian to the side of a San Francisco street last month.
California regulators suspend recently approved San Francisco robotaxi service for safety reasons
Read full article: California regulators suspend recently approved San Francisco robotaxi service for safety reasonsCalifornia regulators have revoked the license of a robotaxi service owned by General Motors after determining its driverless cars that recently began transporting passengers throughout San Francisco are a dangerous menace.
DMV offering more convenient service options
Read full article: DMV offering more convenient service optionsThe Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is introducing more convenient service options for customers during the current COVID-19 pandemic. It also allows Class B driver training schools to administer an in-class curriculum and the parent/student driver education component of the driver’s education course via an online platform. During this pandemic, DMV has extended that grace period to 90 days, giving customers more time to obtain a credential in their new state of residence before their Virginia driver’s license or identification card is canceled. If the petition is granted, the customer can obtain a restricted driver’s license as long as they are otherwise eligible. DMV has contacted all 305 affected customers and assisted them in scheduling appointments to satisfy any outstanding requirements, such as completing a knowledge test.
What’s News for Today: Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Read full article: What’s News for Today: Wednesday, December 30, 2020The annual police effort is going on through New Year’s Day to help curb alcohol-related traffic deaths. During last year’s Thanksgiving to New Year’s holiday period, nearly one-third, or 32 percent, of all traffic deaths in Virginia involved drunk drivers. You have a few more days to give your thoughts on the Route 24 corridor between Brookneal Highway (Route 501/Route 24 split) on the west, and Red House Road on the east. The Central Virginia Planning District Commission (CVPDC) in partnership with Campbell County and the Virginia Department of Transportation, is looking for input on potential improvements. You should expect minor delays & use caution while traveling through the work zone.
Gov. Northam signs bill that allows undocumented immigrants to get drivers license
Read full article: Gov. Northam signs bill that allows undocumented immigrants to get drivers licenseRICHMOND, Va. Starting Jan. 1, undocumented immigrants in Virginia will be able to get a drivers license. Ralph Northam held a virtual signing on Monday for a bill that gives the Department of Motor Vehicles permission to issue driver privilege cards to undocumented immigrants. This comes after the state Senate passed legislation that allows immigrants to have a drivers license regardless of legal status.In the past, anyone applying for a license in Virginia had to have proof that they were legally allowed in the country. The new law that Northam signed Monday removed that requirement. Watch the full bill signing here: