Fort Worth Texas Teen Driving Guide

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 FORT WORTH AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:

DMV

3500 Miller Avenue, Charles F. Griffin Sub-Courthouse , Fort Worth, TX 76119

(817) 413-6318

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6413 Woodway Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76133

(817) 294-1075

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DMV - MEGA CENTER

8301 Brentwood Stair Road, Fort Worth, TX 76120

(817) 285-1900

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624 Northeast Loop 820, Hurst, TX 76053

(817) 299-1426

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5816 Azle Ave., Lake Worth, TX 76135

(817) 238-9197

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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.

MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:

DRVN

This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.

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 FORT WORTH, TEXAS AREA:

First Class Driver

4255 Bryant Irvin Rd Suite 105, Fort Worth, TX 76109

(817) 731-0200

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Austin Driving School

3401 Altamesa Blvd Ste 148, Fort Worth, TX 76133

(817) 292-5666

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Community Driving School, Inc.

5200 N Tarrant Parkway Ste 124, Fort Worth, TX 76137

(817) 605-9116

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Austin Driving School

4004 Little Rd Ste 100, Arlington, TX 76016

(512) 280-4499

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Alliance Driving School

6420 Denton Hwy Suite F, Watauga, TX 76148

(817) 581-4200

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A+ Academy Driving School, LLC

807 W Park Row Dr, Arlington, TX 76013

(833) 756-3696

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Burleson Driving Academy, LLC

5600 RUFE SNOW DR STE 107, North Richland Hills, TX 76180

(817) 514-0099

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Metro Driving School, Inc.

548 Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX 76053

(817) 282-6263

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Austin Driving School

1628 S Cherry Ln, White Settlement, TX 76108

(512) 280-4499

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Hurst Euless Bedford Driving School

505 N Industrial Blvd Ste 500, Bedford, TX 76021

(817) 786-8043

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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.

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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!

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Fort Worth Texas Teen Driving Guide

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