WAKE COUNTY, N.C. -- The Department of Motor Vehicles office in Garner will now be open on Saturdays.

  • Officials say they're trying to cut down on long lines.
  • Last year, there was a rush to get Real IDs.
  • Saturday hours in Garner run from 8 a.m. to noon.

Officials say they're trying to cut down on long lines.

Last year, there was a rush to get Real IDs.

They're expecting more people will be getting them this year.

While the DMV was empty this Saturday, they're anticipating the new schedule will help people who work on the weekdays.

Saturday hours in Garner run from 8 a.m. to noon.

Another location in Avent Ferry Road Shopping Center in Raleigh will also be open on Saturdays.

This will continue through the peak season, and will end August 24.