Red Oak Driving SchoolFAQ's
Is Red Oak Driving School an approved 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 hands-on driving courses in Texas. We highly recommend that you contact Red Oak Driving School directly or the Texas DMV to find out for sure if Red Oak Driving School offers driver training courses that have been approved by the State of Texas.
Is it true that my mom or dad can be my driving instructor when I do my behind-the-wheel training instead of a professional driver training school instructor like the ones they have at Red Oak Driving School?
It depends on what your state's laws are. You should contact the Texas DMV or a licensed driver training school like Red Oak Driving School to find out if Texas allows driver training with a parent.
What happens if I don't know how to operate a manual-shift vehicle? Will Red Oak Driving School allow me to do my behind-the-wheel training with an automatic-shift car?
Considering you're a brand new driver, you probably don't know much about driving any type of car--manual-shift or automatic-shift! However, if you prefer to complete your driver training using an automatic-shift vehicle, you should contact Red Oak Driving School and inform them before you register for their behind-the-wheel training course. That way you will know for certain if they will accommodate you.
What happens to those of us who live in a rural area? Will Red Oak Driving School include instruction on how to drive on dirt roads, mountain roads, and other rugged?
If you live in a rural location, there is a high probability that a local driver training school like Red Oak Driving School will either want--or even be required--to tailor their instruction towards driving safely in your particular area.
I'm turning 14 in a few months. Can I get a learner's permit to drive in Texas after my 14th birthday?
Most likely, no. Most states (though not all) have laws which require that you be at least 15 or 15 1/2 before to be eligible to apply for a learner's permit. Nevertheless, you may wish to contact the Texas DMV office or a Texas-certified driving school such as Red Oak Driving School to find out for certain what the minimum driving age is in your local area.
Can I take Red Oak Driving School's behind-the-wheel training course before taking a Red Oak Texas drivers education classroom course or online course?
It depends on what Texas's laws prescribe. However, you should know that most states will require teen-aged, first-time drivers to complete both a drivers education classroom course (which are approximately 30 hours in length, depending on Texas's laws) or an approved online course, plus a state-approved driver training course. We recommend that you contact Red Oak Driving School directly to see if they offer either (or both) of these courses.
I have to take a behind-the-wheel training course in Red Oak Texas. Can I meet this requirement by registering with Red Oak Driving School?
Yes, Red Oak Driving School offers defensive driving courses in Red Oak Texas. You will need to contact Red Oak Driving School directly to get more information on the types of courses they offer and when to sign up for a class.
What are the prerequisites in Red Oak Texas for getting a drivers license?
It depends on your state's laws, however in many states, teen-agers must complete both a safe driving classroom course and a driver training course. Red Oak Driving School may offer an approved behind-the-wheel training course which you could take. Please contact Red Oak Driving School for information regarding their available classes and how to go about registering for them.
What are the laws in Texas concerning driver training courses? Do I have to take one to get my driver's license?
Yes, you do. Texas law states that new drivers take an approved behind-the-wheel training course as a prerequisite to obtaining their first driver's license.
Can I enroll in a Texas driver training course prior to having my Texas learners permit?
Most states require pre-licensed drivers to hold a learners permit before being permitted to enroll in a behind-the-wheel training course. You should contact a driving school like Red Oak Driving School and ask for more information.