American Driving School FAQ's
Is American Driving School a certified driving school in California?
Just because a driving school appears on our directory of driver training institutions, we cannot guarantee that they are fully licensed to offer behind-the-wheel training courses in California. We highly recommend that you contact American Driving School directly or the California DMV to find out for sure if American Driving School offers behind-the-wheel training courses that have been approved by the State of California.
I've been told that either of my parents can monitor my behind-the-wheel training, so I don't have to attend a San Marcos California driving school like American Driving School to fulfill my behind-the-wheel training requirement. Do you know if that's true or not?
You will need to contact the California DMV or a state-approved driver training school like American Driving School to find out. Some states do allow parent-taught driving, but many states do not.
Do I need to tell American Driving School that I need to train with an automatic-shift vehicle? I don't know how to drive a manual-shift car.
Most new drivers don't know how to operate either a stick-shift OR and automatic-shift automobile! We recommend that you ask American Driving School if you can complete your behind-the-wheel training using an automatic-shift car before you sign up to take their driver training course.
What happens to those of us who live in a non-urban area? Will American Driving School include instruction on how to drive on dirt roads, mountain roads, and other bumpy terrain?
If you live in a rural location, there is a high probability that a local driver training school like American Driving School will either want--or even be required--to tailor their instruction towards driving safely in your particular area.
I'm turning 14 in a few days. Can I get a learner's permit to drive in California after my 14th birthday?
Most likely, no. Most states (though not all) have laws which require that you be at least 15 or 15 1/2 before to be eligible to apply for an instruction permit. Nevertheless, you may wish to contact the California DMV office or a California-certified driving school such as American Driving School to find out for certain what the minimum driving age is in your local area.
Is taking a drivers education course in a classroom or online sufficient in San Marcos California or do I also have to successfully complete a behind-the-wheel training class with a professional driving instructor?
It depends on what the California's laws require, but many states do mandate that new, young drivers to register for a driver training class with a professional driving instructor as well as a drivers education classroom or online course.
If I need to register for a San Marcos California driver training program, can American Driving School help?
Yes. American Driving School offers driving courses in San Marcos California. For more information about the type of behind-the-wheel training American Driving School offers and the training schedule, you should contact them directly.
What do I need to do to get a driver's license in San Marcos California?
It depends on California's laws, but most states require new, teen-aged drivers to complete a safe driving classroom course as well as a driver training course. You may want to call American Driving School to see if they offer the driver training course that would satisfy the regulations set forth by the California DMV.
Is hands-on driver training required in California in order to be licensed to drive a car?
Absolutely. All new drivers in California must take an approved behind-the-wheel training course before they can be issued a license to independently drive a motor vehicle.
Can I sign up to take a California behind-the-wheel training course prior to having my California learners permit?
Most states require pre-licensed drivers to hold a learners permit before being permitted to enroll in a driver training course. You should contact a driving school like American Driving School and ask for more information.
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