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California Department of Motor Vehicles Reports Tesla Takes Corrective Action to Avoid DMV Suspension

February 18, 2026 - Sacramento — Tesla successfully took the required action to stop using the term “Autopilot” in the marketing of its vehicles in California, as required by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) last December. In doing so, Tesla avoids having its dealer and manufacturer licenses suspended by DMV for 30 days.