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All you need to know to be a safe driver
Safe driving is essential for protecting yourself and others on the road. It involves being attentive, following traffic laws, and anticipating potential hazards. By practicing defensive driving techniques and staying focused behind the wheel, you contribute to a safer driving environment for everyone. Always remember, safe driving saves lives.
You may download the official California Driver Handbook here.
Teen Driver Process
Obtain Your Learner's Permit
If you are under age 18 here are the steps to receive your learner’s permit.
- Be at least 15 ½
- Complete our Driver Education Online Program (Included in Bundle when purchasing 6hrs Behind the wheel package)
- Receive your certificate from us.
- Complete the California driver’s License Application.
- Make your appointment at your local DMV.
- Come prepared to pay the application fee, Pass vision exam, and take photo.
Behind-the-Wheel Training
As soon as you receive your learner’s permit you can.
- Schedule a driving lesson with an instructor to get your permit signed.
- Permit is not legal until that first lesson with the instructor.
- Schedule your Drive 2 and 3 spread out through your 6 months and 1 day.
- Practice with a parent or guardian for 50 hours of driving practice (10 hours must be night driving).
- Review and practice your DMV Evaluation Sheet each lesson.
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Get Licensed
Prepare to take your DMV Driving Test.
- Be at least 16.
- Have completed 6hrs with an instructor and received the certificate of completion.
- Have held your learner’s permit for at least 6 months and 1 day.
- Schedule a driving test online at www.dmv.ca.gov
- Pass the driving test.
During the first 12 months, a minor cannot:
- Drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- Transport passengers under 20 years unless accompanied by a licensed: Parent or guardian, California driver 25 years old or older, or certified driving instructor.
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Search FAQs
How often can I take Traffic School to remove a point on my driving record?
Going to Traffic School does not remove a point from your record, it will only mask it so it will not be reported to your insurance. You may do this once in an 18-month period. Your license may be suspended if you receive 4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, or 8 points in 36 months.
Do I have to signal when exiting a roundabout?
Yes, signal when you change lanes or exit.
When should I use my headlights?
When it’s too dark to see at least 1,000 feet, 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise, in adverse weather like rain, snow, or fog (fog lights only), mountain roads with tunnels, when a road sign is posted stating lights must be on.
When should I use my turn signal?
100 feet before your turn, before a lane change, before pulling into our out of parking on a curb.
Are you allowed to drive with one hand during your DMV test?
There are only two situations that may require steering with one hand; When backing up to see where you are going behind you, and when driving a vehicle with standard transmission with manual gear shifting.
Can I do my 6 hours in one day?
No, the most you can legally do in one day is 2 hours.
