Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Driver Education in Mishawaka, IN
Since 1983, Driv Rite Driving School has been a trusted provider of driver education in northern Indiana, licensed by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Department of Education. Our comprehensive programs combine 30 hours of classroom instruction with six hours of individualized behind-the-wheel training, emphasizing defensive driving, personal responsibility, and safety. Our certified instructors deliver tailored lessons, including free pick-up services in St.Joseph County, and offer flexible scheduling with day, evening, and weekend appointments. We participate in the BMV waiver program, allowing students who achieve 80% or higher in our course to take their drive test on-site. With decades of experience, we focus on equipping drivers of all ages with the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to navigate safely in diverse driving conditions.
Services
Teen Driver Education
Adult Driver Training
Defensive Driving Courses
Online Driver Education
Behind-the-Wheel Training
Permit Assistance
BMV Waiver Program
Individualized Instruction
Free Pick-Up Service
Refresher Driving Courses
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors licensed by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
- Individualized behind-the-wheel instruction with free pick-up in St. Joseph County.
- BMV waiver program allows test completion at our school.
- Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends.
- Over 40 years of driver education experience in northern Indiana.
Services
Teen Driver Education
Our teen driver education program includes 30 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel training, focusing on defensive driving techniques, traffic laws, and emergency response. Certified instructors provide personalized guidance to build confidence and responsibility for new drivers aged 15 and older.
Adult Driver Training
Adults aged 16 and older can enroll in our behind-the-wheel-only program or refresher courses to improve driving skills. Lessons cover road safety, vehicle handling, and compliance with Indiana traffic regulations, tailored to individual experience levels and needs.
Online Driver Education
Our state-approved online driver education course offers flexible learning for students aged 15 and older. The program includes interactive modules on traffic rules, safe driving practices, and permit preparation, with access to instructor-led driving sessions upon completion.
Permit Assistance
We guide students through the process of obtaining a driver education learner permit, including documentation requirements, written test preparation, and vision screening. Our staff ensures compliance with Indiana BMV regulations for a streamlined application experience.
Defensive Driving Courses
Our defensive driving courses teach advanced techniques for avoiding accidents, managing hazardous conditions, and improving situational awareness. Designed for drivers of all ages, these programs emphasize proactive decision-making and responsible driving behaviors.
Questions
What driver education services do you offer?
We provide teen and adult driver education, defensive driving courses, online classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and permit assistance.
How long has Driv Rite been in business?
Driv Rite Driving School has served northern Indiana since 1983, offering licensed driver training programs.
Do you offer flexible scheduling for lessons?
Yes, we provide day, evening, and weekend behind-the-wheel appointments to accommodate your schedule.
What is the cost of the driver education course?
Our driver education program costs $475.00, with a $237.50 deposit required to register.
Can I take my BMV drive test at Driv Rite?
Yes, students who score 80% or higher in our course can take the BMV drive test at our facility through our waiver program.
Reviews (6)
Aziza Ali
Aug 07, 2021
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I had the best experience with driverite! I learned so much and fixed a lot of the mistakes I had before. I highly recommend. it was definitely worth the money! Looking at the reviews one might hesitate, but I could definitely say everyone has their own experiences and people shouldn't judge before trying something! Overall I am very thankful for their professionalism and pleased with how things turned out! P.S. shoutout to my teacher. he was the best! Thank you
King Bridges
May 29, 2021
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Critical:Quality He told me if i don't like the way he teach me how to park I can go to the dmv to get my license that way he said I had an attitude cus I told him I do it a different way I would not go here go to fricks I should of done that he don't even teach nothing he tell you directions last minute
Jennifer Reinoehl
Dec 30, 2020
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One son paid the money to go here for Driver's Ed, the other didn't. The son that did not go here has already been in two minor accidents. Definitely think it was worth the money. Instructors are old school, but cost is lower than most.
Kaleb Craft
Oct 02, 2020
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I wouldn't recommend this driving school to anyone! I feel like he was very rude and unprofessional I am a student that just passed his class last week and anytime that I accidentally messed up he would continue to raise his voice, he was always late to each driving lesson, he never really tried to teach me anything. When I went to parallel park he would yell at me and always made me nervous, so I didn't do my best because it is very hard for me to do something if your going to make me nervous!
One day I was so mad that he was always late and the driving lesson felt as if they weren't even a hour so I timed it one day as soon as I got in the car and it was like 50 some minutes long I did this so I could get my license sooner and learn a thing or too on how to drive safer but it was a big waste of money and time
One day I was so mad that he was always late and the driving lesson felt as if they weren't even a hour so I timed it one day as soon as I got in the car and it was like 50 some minutes long I did this so I could get my license sooner and learn a thing or too on how to drive safer but it was a big waste of money and time
Stephanie Tabisz
Dec 04, 2019
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Awesome school, great teachers! Just pay keep up with instructors, since it's implied that kids will tell parents any issues unlike school teachers.
Meg Bronke
Nov 15, 2019
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Highly don't recommend. I was a student here a few years ago and the teacher/owner is extremely rude and unfriendly! When doing drive time with other students, when someone made even the slightest mistake he would choose to raise his voice at you and make rude comments and not even teach you what to do next time. I feel like I got nothing from this class and feel it's a total waste of time and money.
