Greenlight Driving AcademyFAQ's
How do I know if Greenlight Driving Academy is licensed by Texas's DMV to offer behind-the-wheel training courses?
While we do include Greenlight Driving Academy's contact information in our driving school directory, we cannot say with certainty as to whether Greenlight Driving Academy is licensed by the State of Texas. We recommend that you either contact Greenlight Driving Academy directly or possibly the Texas DMV to find out if Greenlight Driving Academy is a licensed driver training school.
Could I just have my mother or father give me my behind-the-wheel training instead of paying money to enroll in a professional driver training course?
It depends on which state you live in. There are some states which permit you to do your hands-on driver training with a parent or guardian instead of enrolling in a professional driving school. However many states require that first-time drivers take a professionally-taught driver training course. We recommend that you check with your state's DMV office to find out if your parent or guardian can fill the role as your behind-the-wheel driving instructor.
I have no clue how to drive a manual-shift vehicle. What happens if Greenlight Driving Academy makes me train on a manual-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 Greenlight Driving Academy and let them know before you enroll in their driver training course. That way you'll know for sure whether Greenlight Driving Academy will be able to accommodate you before you pay them any money.
Since I live way out in the country where driving on dirt roads and bumpy terrain is the norm, will Greenlight Driving Academy be able to teach me how to drive in a rural 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 Greenlight Driving Academy will want you to be able to drive safely on dirt roads and bumpy terrain. We recommend that you contact Greenlight Driving Academy directly to find out exactly what they offer.
Are 14-year-olds allowed to obtain a instruction permit in Texas?
Although a few states allow teen-agers to begin practicing how to drive at 14, most states have set the youngest age for which to hold an instruction permit at either 15 or 15½. You will need to contact the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a licensed driving school like Greenlight Driving Academy to find out what the minimum age for driving is in Texas.
Is taking a drivers education course in a classroom or online sufficient in Arlington Texas or do I also have to register for a behind-the-wheel training class with a professional driving instructor?
It depends on what the Texas's laws require, but many states do mandate that new, young drivers to take a behind-the-wheel training class with a professional driving instructor as well as a drivers education classroom or online course.
I have to take a defensive driving course in Arlington Texas. Can I meet this requirement by registering with Greenlight Driving Academy?
Yes, Greenlight Driving Academy offers drivers education courses in Arlington Texas. You will need to contact Greenlight Driving Academy directly to get more information on the types of courses they offer and when to sign up for a class.
Do I have to take drivers education to get a Texas driver's license?
Drivers education requirements vary depending on which state you live in, but you should be aware that most states require new, teen-aged drivers to enroll in both a driver training course in addition to a drivers education classroom or online course. You may wish to contact the Texas DMV to find out exactly what requirements you will need to fulfill in order to obtain your first driver's license.
Do I have to take a Arlington Texas driver training course in order to get a driver's license?
Yes. All drivers in Texas must successfully complete an approved driver training course in order to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle. Please contact Greenlight Driving Academy for information on the types of driver training courses they offer in Arlington Texas.
Can I register for a Texas-licensed driver training course even if I don't have my Texas learners permit yet?
Most likely, no. Most states have laws that require a pre-licensed driver to have obtained a Texas learners permit before registering in a Texas behind-the-wheel training course. It would be best for you to contact a driving school such as Greenlight Driving Academy and ask for more information.