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California digital license plate

California digital license plates are here to stay.

Replace your old metal plate with a light/dark digital license plate in California. The passage of AB-984 enables all vehicle owners in California to utilize Reviver's suite of products as alternatives to conventional license plates, stickers, tabs, and registration cards issued by the California DMV.

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California specialty plate digital

DRAG TO REVEAL • METAL TO DIGITAL

Special Interest CA Plates

From the Kids plate to the Golden State plate, Californians wear their causes on their plates. California was the first state to authorize digital plates and Reviver supports most of its metal specialty & interest designs.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes the RPLATE is approved for registration in California. RPLATEs are 100% street legal to drive anywhere across the U.S. – as well as across North American borders into Canada and Mexico.
Assembly Bill 984 addresses Vehicle identification and registration: alternative devices. Thanks to AB-984, digital plates are officially recognized and legal. Read Assembly Bill 984: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202120220AB984
The RPLATE uses an E Ink display, which doesn't require power to hold an image — so if the battery dies, your plate remains visible. Replacement batteries are available through our website.
No, with digital license plates, you can renew your registration directly through the RPLATE app without visiting the DMV.
In the rare event of theft, file a police report and ensure you retain a copy from the specific police department. Once this is complete you can mark the device as stolen directly within the app.
Yes, digital license plates can typically be transferred to a new vehicle following your state's standard transfer procedures.
Yes, digital license plates allow for personalization options including custom messages and graphics, subject to state regulations.
Yes, RPLATES are designed to withstand extreme weather conditions and are built to last for years with proper care.
California RPLATE digital license plate in light and dark mode

Why Digital License Plates

Whether you drive a luxury vehicle, electric car, truck, or daily commuter, a digital license plate offers a premium ownership experience that goes beyond displaying your registration number. The weatherproof RPLATE connects through Bluetooth and LTE, supports secure registration management, displays banner messages, and includes theft-related features such as displaying a “stolen vehicle” notification if your vehicle is reported stolen. Best of all, California-issued digital license plates are legal to drive throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, making them ideal for drivers who value both technology and convenience.

Improving the California DMV Experience

Reviver is transforming the DMV experience by bringing it into the digital age. By connecting directly with participating DMVs, Reviver automates key processes like registration renewal reminders and digital verification, reducing errors and wait times. The result is a faster, more transparent, and less stressful experience for drivers—turning what was once a tedious chore into a simple, streamlined digital interaction.

California digital license plate and Reviver app on devices
Smartphone and vehicle registration renewal

In-App Vehicle Registration Renewal

Complete your vehicle registration renewal with a few clicks of your smartphone.

  • Streamlined Vehicle Registration
  • No more physical tags
  • Instant processing with reminders leading up to due date
California Digital License Plate Legal Information & Updates