Discount Defensive DrivingFAQ's
How do I know if Discount Defensive Driving is certified by Texas's DMV to offer behind-the-wheel training courses?
While we do include Discount Defensive Driving's contact information in our driving school directory, we cannot say with certainty as to whether Discount Defensive Driving is certified by the State of Texas. We recommend that you either contact Discount Defensive Driving directly or possibly the Texas DMV to find out if Discount Defensive Driving is a licensed driver training school.
Do you know if I can do my driver training with my mother or father instead of attending a behind-the-wheel training course like the ones offered by Discount Defensive Driving?
Some states allow teen-agers to do their behind-the-wheel training with their parents instead of attending a professional driving school. We recommend that you contact the Texas DMV or Discount Defensive Driving directly to find out if Texas allows parent-taught behind-the-wheel training.
I have no clue how to drive a stick-shift vehicle. What happens if Discount Defensive Driving makes me train on a stick-shift vehicle?
Considering the fact you are a brand new driver, you probably don't know much about operating ANY type of vehicle....stick OR automatic! If you prefer to do your behind-the-wheel training with an automatic-shift vehicle, you may want to call Discount Defensive Driving and let them know before you enroll in their driver training course. That way you'll know for certain whether Discount Defensive Driving will be able to accommodate you before you pay them any money.
I live in a very rural area, where there are mountains and a lot of dirt roads. Do you know if Discount Defensive Driving offers training for driving in rural areas like where I live instead of just driving on smooth, paved roads in city areas?
Since you live in a remote area, a local driving school such as Discount Defensive Driving will tailor your driver training to handle the conditions in your area.
Can 14-year-olds obtain instruction permits to drive in Texas?
Most states have set the minimum age for applying for a learner's permit at 15 or 15 1/2. However, some states do allow 14-year-olds to obtain an instruction permit. You may want to contact the Texas DMV or a Texas-approved driver training school like Discount Defensive Driving to find out what the minimum age to drive is in Texas.
I live in Houston Texas. Does the law say I have to register for both a drivers education classroom or online course and a behind-the-wheel training course in order to be fully-licensed here?
Each state has its own laws in regards to licensing procedures. However, most states do mandate that new, teen-aged drivers enroll in both a behind-the-wheel training course plus either a drivers education online course or drivers education classroom course .
I am looking to sign up to take a Houston Texas drivers education course. Can Discount Defensive Driving assist me with this?
Yes. defensive driving courses are available in Houston Texas through Discount Defensive Driving. Please contact Discount Defensive Driving directly with questions regarding their schedule of classes and registration information.
How do I obtain a drivers license in Houston Texas?
In most states, pre-licensed teens are required to complete both a classroom safe driving course and a behind-the-wheel training course. Discount Defensive Driving may be able to help you meet the behind-the-wheel training portion in Texas.
What does the law in Texas say about driver training courses? Do I have to take one to get my driver's license?
Yes, you do. Texas law states that new drivers successfully complete an approved behind-the-wheel training course as a prerequisite to getting their first driver's license.
Is it okay for me to enroll in a driver training class in Texas before I receive my Texas learners permit to drive?
Probably not. Most states require first-time drivers to have their instruction permit before they are allowed to enroll in a driver training program. You should contact a driving instruction company like Discount Defensive Driving and request more information.