In this part of the law, any reference to the 'department' is specifically talking about the Department of the California Highway Patrol.

This law states that the rules in this division, as well as those starting at Section 29000, apply to all vehicles on highways, regardless of ownership. This includes vehicles owned by public or private entities and all authorized emergency vehicles.

This law states that golf carts, as defined elsewhere in Section 345, have to follow the same rules that apply to motorcycles. This means golf carts are treated like motorcycles in this context.

This law makes it illegal to drive vehicles that are unsafe or improperly loaded, as they can create immediate safety hazards. Vehicles must meet specific equipment standards set by the code.

For commercial vehicles, both drivers and their employers must ensure that drivers are trained and experienced in checking and securing vehicle cargo. They must comply with federal regulations on cargo safety.

The term 'commercial motor vehicle' refers to specific vehicle types outlined in the law, including those for carrying passengers or goods.

This law states that operating a farm labor vehicle with an immediate safety hazard or violating certain vehicle codes is illegal. If caught, the offender can be punished with a fine between $1,000 and $5,000, or up to six months in jail, or both. Importantly, any fines imposed must be fully paid with no opportunity for suspension. Immediate safety hazards are defined by specific equipment violations. Additionally, the California Highway Patrol has the authority to impound any farm labor vehicle that is found to be in violation.

This law says that vehicles shouldn't have lights or other illuminating devices unless specifically allowed by the traffic codes. There are exceptions: interior lights used inside a car (like dash or dome lights), lights on certain service vehicles, and warning lights inside emergency vehicles.

This law states that you can't drive a vehicle if a police officer has told you it's unsafe or doesn't meet safety standards required by law, unless you're directly taking it to your home, workplace, or a repair shop. You have to fix the vehicle to meet the safety requirements before it can be used for regular driving again. However, if you work for someone and weren't told about the safety notice, this rule doesn't apply to you, and a different rule (Section 40001) comes into play.

This law makes it illegal to sell, lease, or install any vehicle equipment like glass, lights, brakes, mufflers, or hoses that don't meet California's safety and regulatory standards. This applies to anyone acting personally or on behalf of another, including agents or employees.

This law makes it illegal to sell or offer synthetic fiber ropes or webbing straps for loads regulated by the Department of Transportation unless they meet the department's standards.

This section says you can't sell any equipment or parts for new cars that need to meet certain standards unless they come with the right labels and instructions. These labels should show the brand, model, or type as required by the department. There might also be instructions for installation, use, or setup to ensure everything complies with the rules.

This law outlines the rules for selling new or used vehicles in California. Dealers or retail sellers can't sell vehicles that don't comply with state regulations unless they’re selling to another dealer, for dismantling, or for off-highway use. Exceptions include sales by dismantlers or salvage pools with proper documentation, and leased vehicles being sold to their lessees. When selling, a valid compliance or noncompliance certificate must be given to the purchaser, except in specific cases like salvage vehicles. Salvage vehicle sales must include a safety systems compliance certificate.

This California law requires manufacturers of equipment used in emergency vehicles to reimburse local fire departments for repair costs if the repairs fix a manufacturer's defect and the vehicle is recalled for that defect. If there's a warranty dispute over parts in these vehicles, the final stage equipment manufacturer, who assembles the emergency vehicle, is treated as the original manufacturer. The law emphasizes that fire services should have safe equipment and any defects should be fixed quickly and at no cost to the fire departments to ensure firefighter and public safety.

This California law requires car dealers or retail sellers to install a certified emission control device at no cost when they sell a 1966-1970 model vehicle to an elderly low-income person. This ensures these vehicles meet the emission standards for nitrogen oxides.

In California, vehicles that aren't compliant with certain regulations can't be sold at public auctions by auctioneers or public agencies, unless they're for dismantling, off-road use, or sold to dealers. Specific compliance certificates must be provided for certain vehicles sold at auction, unless they're covered by exceptions like judicial or lien sales. If a public utility or agency deems a vehicle's repair cost exceeds its value, they must relinquish registration documents and plates to the DMV before selling it. Buyers must be informed that compliance certificates are needed for registering vehicles, except in a few special cases like sales under court orders. Lastly, before selling a vehicle, the license plates must be removed, and a bill of sale given with the last plate number included.

This law applies to salvage pools, which are groups that deal with vehicles considered beyond repair, except those sold to dealers, for wrecking, dismantling, or off-highway use. Salvage pools must do two main things: First, they need to provide a specific notice mentioned in another section of the law. Second, they must inform buyers about California's requirement for obtaining and registering a compliance or noncompliance certificate for such vehicles. If buyers don't follow these rules, they could face a lien on any of their vehicles. The buyer has to sign to confirm they've received this notice.

This law prohibits driving a vehicle if its frame or body floor height is above certain limits. For passenger vehicles, the frame can only be up to 23 inches high. Other vehicles have different limits based on their weight: up to 4,500 pounds can be 27 inches, 4,501 to 7,500 pounds can be 30 inches, and 7,501 to 10,000 pounds can be 31 inches. Also, the body floor can't be more than 5 inches above the frame. A 'frame' is the main structure of the vehicle, and 'frame height' is the distance from the ground to the lowest point of the frame. 'GVWR' stands for gross vehicle weight rating.

This law means you can't sell a new truck, truck tractor, or bus unless it has a plate or marking that shows who made it and includes the vehicle's weight limit according to the manufacturer.

If you're renting out vehicles for 30 days or less, you must ensure they meet certain safety standards. First, provide or offer the renter all necessary equipment for safe driving. Second, make sure the vehicle complies with federal safety standards. Third, the vehicle must be in good working order and safe to drive. Inspectors can check your vehicles and premises without notice, and any non-compliant vehicle can't be rented until it's fixed. Also, the rental contract should list the rental business's name and address, and any safety equipment the renter decided not to take.

This law requires that any vehicle or vehicle equipment sold must meet federal safety standards. A dealer or individual cannot sell a vehicle or equipment unless it complies with these standards. Additionally, the vehicle or equipment must have a certification from the manufacturer or distributor proving compliance, which can be a symbol specified by federal standards or one approved by the relevant department.

This California law requires manufacturers or importers of new passenger vehicles to attach a notice to the vehicle indicating its bumper strength. The notice describes whether the bumpers meet federal standards by withstanding a 2.5 miles per hour impact without damage to the car’s body and safety systems or exceed it by specifying stronger bumper capabilities.

If a manufacturer doesn't include this notice or includes false information, it's a misdemeanor with a fine. The same penalty applies to anyone altering or removing the notice before the vehicle is delivered to the owner or lessee. Additionally, in vehicles like autonomous ones without a windshield, the notice must be attached to the doorjamb, in compliance with federal law. Definitions for terms like 'manufacturer,' 'no damage,' and 'minimal damage' are included to clarify the testing conditions and damage descriptions.

This law requires that car dealers or manufacturers must inform buyers about any partial driving automation features in new vehicles. They must provide clear details about the functions and limits of these features at the time of vehicle delivery or software updates. Also, these features cannot be misleadingly marketed as fully autonomous. The term 'partial driving automation feature' refers to specific driving automation levels defined by industry standards. This law does not change any liability or duty of care rules for dealers or manufacturers. Manufacturers have to supply dealers with the necessary information to inform buyers appropriately, but dealers won't be liable if they rely on incorrect details from manufacturers. Similarly, manufacturers aren't liable if they supply the required details correctly but the dealer doesn't relay them to the buyer.

This law states that the existing vehicle inspection program should continue without being affected by other regulations. It emphasizes that the Department of Motor Vehicles should work cooperatively with the Department of Consumer Affairs. The goal is to share information about vehicle exhaust and noise emissions, specifically related to tampering and performance decline, after inspections.

If you're using any kind of lighting equipment or devices on your vehicle that are regulated by the department, they need to meet specific engineering standards and specifications. This includes how they should be mounted and aimed, as determined and made known by the department.

This law requires sellers to provide buyers with information about the minimum octane number of gasoline suitable for any new motor vehicle they sell. The 'octane number' refers to the standard set by the Federal Trade Commission, or if unavailable, the one determined by the American Society for Testing Materials.

This law requires that any new light duty truck with a gross vehicle weight of 8,500 pounds or less must have a label attached to the windshield or side window before being sold, offered for sale, or displayed for sale by a dealer. This label needs to show key information including the truck’s make, model, identification numbers, the retail price, prices for attached accessories, any delivery charges to the dealer, and a total of these amounts. This requirement applies to trucks made after September 1, 1988, that are sold or displayed in California.

This law outlines specific rules a motorcycle dealer in California must follow when selling, displaying, or offering a new motorcycle. Each new motorcycle must have a hang tag on its handlebar provided by the manufacturer, showing its recommended retail price, the price of any attached optional equipment, and the vehicle identification number (VIN).

If a dealer wants to display a price higher than the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), a supplemental label must be used. This label should state that the price is the dealer's asking price, not the MSRP. It also needs to show both the MSRP and any additional charges the dealer applies, like assembly or transportation costs. If there's a price difference between the supplemental price and the total of the MSRP plus dealer charges, this must be noted as 'added mark-up.'

This section details the safety standards that motorized bicycles must meet in California. They must comply with federal safety standards similar to those for motor-driven cycles, which include the presence of lights, reflectors, and brakes. Additionally, when operated on highways, motorized bicycles need a mirror, horn, and muffler. However, other motorcycle regulations do not apply to these bikes.

This law outlines the requirements and regulations for electric bicycles. First, these bikes must meet specific safety standards set by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and have systems to disengage the motor when brakes are applied or a switch is activated. People riding electric bikes don't need a driver's license, registration, or insurance, since these bikes aren't considered motor vehicles. Manufacturers must certify that they meet safety standards. Individuals aren't allowed to modify electric bikes to exceed legal speed limits unless they re-label them correctly. Additionally, it's illegal to sell devices that make electric bikes exceed speed capabilities and no longer fit the legal definition of an electric bicycle.

This law requires commercial vehicles operated by motor carriers to have a working speedometer that accurately shows the speed in either miles or kilometers per hour, with a permissible error margin of 5 mph at 50 mph. Autonomous vehicles that cannot be manually driven by a human are exempt from this requirement if federal laws allow it.

This law requires all transit buses operated by motor carriers, whether private companies or public agencies, to have a two-way communication device. This device must enable drivers to contact the carrier during emergencies and be kept in good working condition.

The law defines such devices as radios, cell phones, or similar communication tools. Notably, this requirement does not apply to buses operated by or for school districts. Motor carriers can request a one-year extension if needed. Existing devices that meet the current requirements don't need replacement.

This law says that if a heavy-duty non-gasoline vehicle over 14,000 pounds has a warning light (MIL) on, indicating a problem with emission controls, it can't be driven on public roads in California. If caught, this is a mechanical violation, which means the vehicle's owner has 45 days to fix it, but it can still be driven during this time. However, vehicles used in farming get at least 75 days to correct the issue. If the vehicle's emission controls are intentionally tampered with, it cannot be driven at all.

This law requires that any new or used vehicle sold by a dealer or person with a retail sales permit must have its catalytic converter permanently marked with the vehicle's VIN. The point of this is to prevent theft and help trace stolen converters. However, certain vehicles are exempt from this rule, such as collector cars, motorcycles, and vehicles sold under specific conditions like those dismantled or sold through auctions.

Additionally, if a buyer decides not to have the converter marked, the dealer must inform the buyer of this and it must be disclosed as part of the sale. Failure to comply with this law will result in a fine. This regulation will take effect starting January 1, 2025.