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Clovis California Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Clovis, CA

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Clovis, California.
1
Enroll in a California Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years and 6 months old.
DURATION: California law requires 30 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in-person at a local driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
California-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Rush Hour Driving School
777 Minnewawa Ave, Ste 31, Clovis, CA 93612
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Drive America Driving & Traffic Schools
5624 N Blackstone Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
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Express Learning Driving School
7944 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
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AAA Auto Club Driving School
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AAA Driving School
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AAA-Auto Club Driving School
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Learn 2 Drive Center
5588 N Palm Ave, Ste Q1, Fresno, CA 93704
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Elite Driver Training Services
1305 W Bullard Ave, Ste 4, Fresno, CA 93711
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Aasaan Driving School
286 Solano St, Madera, CA 93638
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CSS Driving School
525 W Main St, Ste 206, Visalia, CA 93291
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Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 1/2 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring proof of identity, residence, social security card and payment for the fee.
WHY: This test covers knowledge of California traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Your teen must also pass a vision exam.
WHERE: Take the exam at a California DMV location, but note that only some locations provide testing services. Check if appointments are needed.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE CLOVIS AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
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Practice Driving On California Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, and must be competed before taking the driver's license exam.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their California learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: California law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time with 10 of these hours being at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the area you live in California to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
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This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
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Practice Driving with an Instructor In California
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their California learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a licensed California Driving instructor.
DURATION: California law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA AREA:
Rush Hour Driving School
777 Minnewawa Ave, Ste 31, Clovis, CA 93612
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Drive America Driving & Traffic Schools
5624 N Blackstone Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
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Website
Directions
Express Learning Driving School
7944 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
 () -
Website
Directions
AAA Auto Club Driving School
, , CA 93704
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Website
Directions
AAA Driving School
, , CA 93704
 () -
Website
Directions
AAA-Auto Club Driving School
, , CA 93704
 () -
Website
Directions
Learn 2 Drive Center
5588 N Palm Ave, Ste Q1, Fresno, CA 93704
 () -
Website
Directions
Elite Driver Training Services
1305 W Bullard Ave, Ste 4, Fresno, CA 93711
 () -
Website
Directions
Aasaan Driving School
286 Solano St, Madera, CA 93638
 () -
Website
Directions
CSS Driving School
525 W Main St, Ste 206, Visalia, CA 93291
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Directions
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Take the California Driver's License Exam
WHEN: After your teen has held their permit for at least 6 months, completed their driver's education and logged the required amount of driving practice, schedule the driver's license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit and payment for the fees.
WHERE: Take the exam at a California DMV office. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
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Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In California For Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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