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North Collins New York Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in North Collins, NY

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in North Collins, New York.
1
Enroll in a New York Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 16 years old.
DURATION: New York law requires 24 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.

IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
11030 Jennings Road, North Collins, NY 14111
(716) 697-9662
4060 Seneca Street, Suite 1, West Seneca, NY 14224
(716) 674-2340
967 Sycamore Street, Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 903-8709
780 Walden Avenue, Room #104, Buffalo, NY 14211
(917) 378-0353
1377 E. Delavan Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215
(631) 836-3318
2
Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 16 years old.
WHY: This test covers knowledge of New York traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Your teen must also pass a vision exam.
WHERE: Take the exam at a New York DMV location. Make sure to schedule an appointment in advance.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE NORTH COLLINS AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
3
Practice Driving On New York 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 New York 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: New York law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time with 15 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 New York to build familiarity with local traffic.
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4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In New York
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their New York 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 New York Driving instructor.
DURATION: New York law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor and 18 hours of in car observation.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE NORTH COLLINS, NEW YORK AREA:
11030 Jennings Road, North Collins, NY 14111
(716) 697-9662
4060 Seneca Street, Suite 1, West Seneca, NY 14224
(716) 674-2340
967 Sycamore Street, Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 903-8709
780 Walden Avenue, Room #104, Buffalo, NY 14211
(917) 378-0353
1377 E. Delavan Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215
(631) 836-3318
5
Take the New York Driver's License Exam
WHEN: When your teen has turned 16, completed their driver's education course and met the required supervised driving time, schedule to take the driver's license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your permit, proof of driver education completion, proof of supervised driving completion, proof of registration and insurance for the car being used in the test and payment for the fees.
WHERE: Take the exam at a New York DMV location. Make sure to schedule an appointment in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In New York 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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