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We are proud to offer quality yet affordable instruction for Ocean and Monmouth counties. Our instructors are patient, friendly, reliable, and are licensed by the State of NJ.

What is the process of obtaining a NJ permit for a 16 year old?

First, The student must obtain a Permit from the DMV. This is done in one of two ways. The first way is the student will take a test in school, and if they pass, they will simply go to the DMV to get the actual permit (the school is not authorized to give them the actual permit). By law, the student may only go to the DMV (to get the permit) with a driving school. If the student has not taken the written test in school, or has failed it, they may go take a written test at the DMV, but they too may only go with a driving school.

How many points are taken off of my record when I attend your defensive driving course?

When you attend our point reduction course, you will have 2 points removed from your NJ license

How often can I take the point reduction course?

The Point Reduction Course may be taken once every five years to remove points, and every 3 years for insurance.

How do I contact the DMV for questions?

You can contact the NJ State Department of Motor Vehicles at 1 (888) 486-3339 or visit them on the web at http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/

How many lessons do I need?

Although the State of New Jersey requires all 16 year olds to take 6 hours of behind the wheel training, every student is different. We do not "push" extra lessons unnecessarily. However, we feel strongly that since this is a once in a lifetime investment , one should not start driving on their own until they feel comfortable with their control of a vehicle, as well as with the rules of the road. Our instructors are trained to gear all students toward that goal, and to recognize when a student is ready to go out on their own.

If I cannot make it to my road test on the date they gave me, what should I do?

Unfortunately, the DMV does not at this time have a special number to call in order to schedule road test appointments. However, you may either visit your local MVC office, call them toll free at 1888-486-3339, or you can go to the NJ DMV web site at http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/. Otherwise, if you would like to cancel your appointment, you just don't show up. When you are ready to reschedule, you must go down to the DMV, call, or go online and schedule your test. If you are one of our students, we can usually take your permit to the DMV to reschedule it for you, or schedule it online.

Can I use one of your vehicles for my road test?

Absolutely. In fact, we encourage this mode of transportation to the road test. There are a few reasons for this. First of all, if you have taken lessons with us, you will already be comfortable driving our vehicles. Additionally, going with your instructor will instill confidence, and will allow him/her to give you some helpful last minute tips. We also give a 5-10 minute practice session before taking you to the road test. Lastly, all of our vehicles are up to date on insurance, registration and inspection. Additionally, all of our vehicles are equipped with a dual control braking system, thus making the brakes accessible to the examiner (one of the criteria of taking your road test).

What do I need for my road test?

A vehicle which has up to date registration, insurance and inspection, has an emergency brake which is accessible to the instructor, and is overall considered to be a safe and clean vehicle is generally acceptable for use for a road test. You must bring your permit, along with the identification you used to get your permit (such as your birth certificate, passport etc.) to the road test.

Are lessons given on a one on one basis, or are they given to a few people at a time?

Lessons are given strictly on a one-on-one basis. Our driving scool never pairs people up for lessons. We have found that while some students may have an easy time mastering certain techniques and maneuvers, such as k-turns and parallel parking, others may find the same techniques difficult. While one student may be ready to go on to another lesson, the other student might need more practice before moving on. Additionaly, it can be very distracting having multiple students in the car. In our opinion, a driving school which has multiple students in a car for a lesson is neither professional nor safe.

Why do many people take 6 hours of Behind the Wheel training even if they are older than 16?

Many, if not most insurance companies give a significant reduction in auto insurance rates if the insured has completed 6 hours of behind the wheel training at a state certified driving school. We provide a certificate for all students who have completed their 6 hours of behind the wheel training with us.

Does the DMV have late night hours?

Most agencies have late night hours once a week. For a list of the agencies and their hours, please call 1 (888) 486-3339 or visit http://www.state.nj.us/mvc. However, please be aware that the road test sites never have late night hours.

I have heard that the DMV agencies are always so busy. Is there a time when it is not crowded?

Of course there is no guarantee, however, we have found that the end and very beginning of each month is particularly crowded. This is because people typically come in at that time to renew licenses and other documents, which expire at the end of the month. The best hours of the day are usually 8:00 a.m. to 11: 45 a.m.

How do I study for my permit test?

First, it is recommended that you read the DMV guidebook thoroughly. You may obtain one by either calling us at (732) 363-0410, or by visiting a DMV agency. Next, you may want to take a look at our New Jersey (NJ) DMV (MVC) sample permit test question test page. A good method of studying the guidebook is to highlight the main points on each page.

Which areas do you service?

We service all of Ocean County, and most of Monmouth County. Following is a partial list of places we service: Asbury park,Barnegat, Bayville, Beachwood, Belmar, Berkeley, Brick, Brielle, Deal, Dover, Eatontown, Elberon, Forked River, Freehold, Holmdel, Howell, Jackson, Lacey, Lanoka Harbor, Lakewood, Lakehurst, Little egg, Long Branch, Manahawkin, Manalapan, Manasquan, Manchester, Millstone, Neptune, New Egypt, Plumsted, Point pleasant, Ramtown, Seaside heights, South Toms River, Toms River, Tuckerton, Wall, Waretown, West Long Branch. For a complete list, you may contact us via email (info@skillfuldrivingschool.com), or at (732) 363-0410.

Do I have to come to your school location for my lesson, or can you pick me up?

Included in the fee for each lesson is our door to door service. This means that we will pick you up from your home, office, or school, and at the end of the lesson, drop you off at the destination of your choice.