Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson ValleyFAQ's
Are all the driving schools listed on your website fully-certified by the New York DMV to offer driver training courses in New York?
The driving school directory on our website is for your convenience only, and we cannot absolutely guarantee that every driving school listed is currently licensed to offer behind-the-wheel training courses in New York. We suggest you contact the New York DMV to make sure a particular driving school is accredited before you sign up to take their driving 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 New York?
Each state has its own rules regarding behind-the-wheel training. Some states will allow parentally-supervised behind-the-wheel training as a substitute for attending a behind-the-wheel training course which is taught by a professional driving instructor. However, not all states allow this. You should contact the New York DMV to find out for sure.
What if I don't know how to operate a vehicle with a manual-shift? Does Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley have an automatic-shift vehicle they'll allow me train with?
Since you're just learning how to drive, you probably don't know how to operate either a stick-shift or an automatic-shift vehicle! However, if you have a preference as to a manual or an automatic, you probably should call Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley to see if they can accommodate your request prior to your enrolling in their behind-the-wheel training course.
What happens to those of us who live in a non-urban area? Will Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley include instruction on how to drive on dirt roads, mountain roads, and other bumpy terrain?
If you live in a rural location, there is a high probability that a local driving school like Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley will either want--or even be required--to tailor their instruction towards driving safely in your particular area.
If I'm 14, can I get a driver's permit to drive in New York?
Possibly. However, you should be aware that most states require you to be at least 15½ years old before you can get an instruction permit. We recommend that you contact the New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a certified driving school such as Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley to find out exactly what the minimum age requirement is in New York.
Do you know if the laws in New York require new teen-aged drivers to successfully complete a behind-the-wheel training course in addition to a driver ed classroom or online course?
The laws vary from state to state, but many states do require you to register for a behind-the-wheel training course with "hands-on" practice in addition to a driver ed classroom or online course.
I have to take a defensive driving course in Hyde Park New York. Can I meet this requirement by enrolling in Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley?
Yes, Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley offers drivers education courses in Hyde Park New York. You will need to contact Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley directly to get more information on the types of courses they offer and when to register for a class.
Exactly what type of driver education do I need in Hyde Park New York before I can get my New York 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 sign up to take a safe driving classroom course as well as a driver training course. We suggest that you contact a local driver training company such as Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley and ask if they offer a New York-approved behind-the-wheel training course which would satisfy New York's driver's education requirements.
Do I have to take a Hyde Park New York driver training course in order to get a driver's license?
Yes. All drivers in New York must successfully complete an approved driver training course in order to receive a driver's license. Please contact Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley for information on the types of behind-the-wheel training courses they offer in Hyde Park New York.
Can I sign up to take a New York-approved behind-the-wheel training course even if I don't have my New York instruction permit yet?
Most likely, no. Most states have laws that mandate a pre-licensed driver to have obtained a New York learners permit before registering in a New York behind-the-wheel training course. It would be best for you to contact a driving school such as Driver Rehabilitation of the Hudson Valley and ask for more information.