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Floresville Texas Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Floresville, TX

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Floresville, Texas.
1
Enroll in a Texas Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Texas law requires 32 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.
2
Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring the original or certified birth certificate, social security card, and a document that proves residence with a street address (bank statement, utility bill), prove you are a current student at a school, and have completed a driver education course.
WHY: This tests knowledge of Texas driving laws, as well as a vision test.
WHERE: Take the exam at a Texas BMV location, but note that only some locations provide testing services.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE FLORESVILLE AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
800 10th Street No. 3, Floresville, TX 78114
(512) 424-2600
6502 South New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 531-2240
210 W Calvert Ste 110, Karnes City, TX 78118
(830) 780-6055
1102 Campbell, Jourdanton, TX 78026
(512) 424-2600
1633 Pat Booker Road, Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 945-1900
3
Practice Driving On Texas Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, from 15 years 6 months until 16 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Texas 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: Texas law requires 30 hours of supervised driving time, with 10 of these hours at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the Texas area to build familiarity with local traffic.
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4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In Texas
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Texas 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 Texas Driving instructor.
DURATION: Texas law requires 7 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor and 7hours of in car observation.. Professional driving instructor services are available at most state-certified driving schools.
Professional driving instructor services are available at most state-certified driving schools.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE FLORESVILLE, TEXAS AREA:
2038 Pleasanton Rd Ste 4, San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 532-3969
1245 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 923-7233
3401 S Gevers, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 236-7779
1506 W COMMERCE, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78207
(210) 410-7777
1763 S General McMullen Dr, San Antonio, TX 78237
(210) 521-4000
4139 Naco Perrin Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78217
(361) 852-3000
7115 Blanco Road Suite 114, San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 344-4351
5
Take the Texas Driver's License Exam
WHEN: When your teen turns 16, and they have completed the classroom and driving requirements listed above, schedule the final road test with the BMV.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, driver education certificates, school enrollment and proof of insurance.
WHERE: Take the exam at a Texas BMV location, but note that only some locations provide this exam. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In Texas 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. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer discounts if you provide a copy of their grade card.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!