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Smithfield North Carolina Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Smithfield, NC

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Smithfield, North Carolina.
1
Enroll in a North Carolina Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 14 years 6 months old.
DURATION: North Carolina 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:
North Carolina-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Johnston County Schools
2320 US Hwy 70 E, Smithfield, NC 27577
 (919) 934-6031
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Learn 2 Drive Driving School LLC
115 E Main St, Clayton, NC 27520
 (919) 805-2181
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Directions
Grace Driving School
115 E Main St, Clayton, NC 27520
 (919) 774-4415
Directions
Benson Driving School
1101 E Main St, Benson, NC 27504
 (919) 802-6072
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Directions
GPS Driving School
200 Wager St, Raleigh, NC 27603
 (919) 581-5100
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Directions
Wayne County Public Schools
2001 E Royall Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534
 (919) 731-5900
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Directions
Maintain Your Lane Driving School
6601 Hillsborough St #111, Raleigh, NC 27606
 (984) 345-2737
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Directions
Safety Driving School
4915 Waters Edge Dr #275, Raleigh, NC 27606
 (984) 269-7400
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Directions
Harnett County Schools
1008 S Main St, Lillington, NC 27546
 (910) 893-8151
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Directions
Wilson County Schools
117 NE Tarboro St, Wilson, NC 27893
 (252) 399-7700
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Directions
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.
WHY: Completing a written test is part of your drivers education course.
WHERE: Apply for a permit at a North Carolina DMV location.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE SMITHFIELD AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
3
Practice Driving On North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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: North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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.
4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In North Carolina
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their North Carolina 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 North Carolina Driving instructor.
DURATION: North Carolina law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE SMITHFIELD, NORTH CAROLINA AREA:
Johnston County Schools
2320 US Hwy 70 E, Smithfield, NC 27577
 (919) 934-6031
Website
Directions
Learn 2 Drive Driving School LLC
115 E Main St, Clayton, NC 27520
 (919) 805-2181
Website
Directions
Grace Driving School
115 E Main St, Clayton, NC 27520
 (919) 774-4415
Directions
Benson Driving School
1101 E Main St, Benson, NC 27504
 (919) 802-6072
Website
Directions
GPS Driving School
200 Wager St, Raleigh, NC 27603
 (919) 581-5100
Website
Directions
Wayne County Public Schools
2001 E Royall Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534
 (919) 731-5900
Website
Directions
Maintain Your Lane Driving School
6601 Hillsborough St #111, Raleigh, NC 27606
 (984) 345-2737
Website
Directions
Safety Driving School
4915 Waters Edge Dr #275, Raleigh, NC 27606
 (984) 269-7400
Website
Directions
Harnett County Schools
1008 S Main St, Lillington, NC 27546
 (910) 893-8151
Website
Directions
Wilson County Schools
117 NE Tarboro St, Wilson, NC 27893
 (252) 399-7700
Website
Directions
5
Take the North Carolina Driver's License Exam
WHEN: When your teen turns 16, has completed driver's education, held their learner's permit for one year, and completed the required amount of driving practice, schedule to take the driver's license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, proof of identity, social security card, proof of residency, vehicle registration, insurance card and payment for the fees.
WHERE: Take the exam at a North Carolina DMV location. Make sure to schedule an appointment in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In North Carolina 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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