The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a government agency responsible for managing vehicle registration, driver licensing, and maintaining driving records. It ensures that drivers meet safety and legal requirements to operate vehicles on public roads. The DMV also conducts driving tests and issues identification cards. In addition to licensing and registration, the DMV handles various services such as title transfers, vehicle inspections, and the collection of fees related to vehicle ownership. Each state in the United States has its own DMV, which may operate under different names, but their core functions remain similar across the country.