Cardenas Driving SchoolFAQ's
Is Cardenas Driving School a certified driving school in Texas?
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 Texas. We highly recommend that you contact Cardenas Driving School directly or the Texas DMV to find out for sure if Cardenas Driving School offers driver training courses that have been approved by the State of Texas.
Will the Texas DMV allow my parents to supervise my driving practice instead of requiring me to take a behind-the-wheel training course at a state-approved driving school?
Possibly. Some states will allow your parents to supervise your driving practice in place of taking a driver training course with a professional driving instructor. You will need to contact the Texas DMV to find out if your behind-the-wheel driving may be done by your parents in Texas.
I have no clue how to drive a stick-shift vehicle. What happens if Cardenas Driving School 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 hands-on driver training with an automatic-shift vehicle, you may want to call Cardenas Driving School and let them know before you sign up to take their driver training course. That way you'll know for sure whether Cardenas Driving School can accommodate you before you pay them any money.
I live in a very remote area, where there are mountains and a lot of unpaved roads. Do you know if Cardenas Driving School teaches students how to drive 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 Cardenas Driving School will tailor your driver training to handle the conditions in your area.
Are 14-year-olds allowed to obtain a learner's permit in Texas?
Although a few states allow teen-agers to begin practicing how to drive at 14, most states have set the minimum age for which to receive an instruction permit at either 15 or 15½. You will need to contact the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a certified driving school like Cardenas Driving School to find out what the minimum age for driving is in Texas.
I live in Laredo Texas. Does the law say I have to successfully complete both a driver ed 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 register for both a driver training course plus either a drivers education online course or drivers education classroom course .
I have to take a behind-the-wheel training course in Laredo Texas. Can I meet this requirement by enrolling in Cardenas Driving School?
Yes, Cardenas Driving School offers defensive driving courses in Laredo Texas. You will need to contact Cardenas Driving School directly to get more information on the types of courses they offer and when to sign up for a class.
Exactly what type of driver training do I need in Laredo Texas before I can get my Texas 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 complete a safe driving classroom course as well as a behind-the-wheel training course. We suggest that you contact a local driver training company such as Cardenas Driving School and ask if they offer a Texas-approved behind-the-wheel training course which would fulfill Texas's driver's education requirements.
Is there a law in Texas that requires me to take behind-the-wheel training in order to get my driver's license?
Yes. State law in Texas requires that all teen-agers take an approved driver training course before receiving a Texas driver's license.
Is it okay for me to register for a behind-the-wheel training class in Texas before I receive my Texas learners permit to drive?
Probably not. Most states require first-time drivers to have their learners permit before they are allowed to enroll in a behind-the-wheel training program. You should contact a driving school like Cardenas Driving School and request more information.