Aults Driving School (Sarasota)FAQ's
Since Aults Driving School (Sarasota) is listed on your website, does this mean they are approved by the Florida DMV to offer driver training courses?
The list of driver training schools on our webpage is provided as a convenience to our customers only. We CANNOT guarantee that every single school listed is fully-certified by the Florida DMV. You may want to call Aults Driving School (Sarasota) directly to find out if they offer a state-certified behind-the-wheel training course.
Somebody told me that I can skip out of attending a driver training school if my parents give me behind-the-wheel training instead. Is that permissible in Florida?
Each state has its own rules regarding behind-the-wheel training. Some states will allow parentally-supervised driver training as a substitute for enrolling in a driver training course which is taught by a professional driving instructor. However, not all states allow this. You should contact the Florida DMV to find out for sure.
What happens if I don't know how to operate a stick-shift vehicle? Will Aults Driving School (Sarasota) allow me to do my driver training with an automatic-shift vehicle?
Considering you're a brand new driver, you probably don't know much about operating any type of car--stick-shift or automatic-shift! However, if you prefer to complete your behind-the-wheel training using an automatic-shift vehicle, you should contact Aults Driving School (Sarasota) and let them know before you enroll in their driver training course. That way you will know for certain if they will accommodate you.
Since I live way out in the country where driving on unpaved roads and rugged terrain is the norm, will Aults Driving School (Sarasota) be able to teach me how to drive in a non-urban environment? Or do they only prepare you for city-driving?
Since you live in the country, odds are that any local driving school in your area such as Aults Driving School (Sarasota) will want you to be able to drive safely on dirt roads and rugged terrain. We recommend that you contact Aults Driving School (Sarasota) directly to find out exactly what they offer.
Can I apply for my Florida learner's permit once I turn 14?
Most likely, no. Most states have set the minimum age to obtain a learner's permit at 15 or 15½. You may want to contact the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a licensed driver training school like Aults Driving School (Sarasota) to learn more about the minimum age requirement in Florida.
Do I have to complete a Sarasota Florida drivers education classroom course or online course before registering for one of Aults Driving School (Sarasota)'s behind-the-wheel training courses?
Each state has its own laws, but most states will require first-time drivers to take both a driver training course plus either a drivers education classroom course (which are about 30 hours in length) or an approved online defensive driving course. You may want to ask Aults Driving School (Sarasota) if they offer one or both programs.
I have to take a defensive driving course in Sarasota Florida. Can I meet this requirement by registering with Aults Driving School (Sarasota)?
Yes, Aults Driving School (Sarasota) offers behind-the-wheel training courses in Sarasota Florida. You will need to contact Aults Driving School (Sarasota) directly to get more information on the types of courses they offer and when to register for a class.
Exactly what type of driver training do I need in Sarasota Florida before I can get my Florida driver's license?
The prerequisites for getting a driver's licenses vary from state to state, however most states now require teen-agers who are looking to get their first driver's license to register for a safe driving classroom course as well as a driver training course. We suggest that you contact a local driver training company such as Aults Driving School (Sarasota) and ask if they offer a Florida-approved behind-the-wheel training course which would fulfill Florida's driver's education requirements.
Is hands-on driver training required in Florida in order to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle?
Absolutely. All new drivers in Florida must take an approved driver training course before they can get a license to independently drive a motor vehicle.
Is it possible to sign up to take a Florida-certified driver training course before I obtain my Florida instruction permit?
It depends on what the specific laws are in Florida, however most states require first-time drivers to receive an learners permit before registering for a behind-the-wheel training course. We recommend you contact a driving school such as Aults Driving School (Sarasota) to obtain more information.