Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in San Francisco Since 1980
Since 1980, A Safeway Driving School has dedicated itself to equipping students with advanced driving techniques, comprehensive traffic law knowledge, and precise vehicle control. Our mission centers on cultivating safe, proficient drivers capable of navigating highways confidently while applying skills as pedestrians, passengers, and cyclists. Catering to beginners, seniors, new residents, and teenagers, we employ certified instructors who utilize modern teaching methodologies to ensure a secure, enjoyable driving future. Our dual-control vehicles and emphasis on proper handling reduce maintenance costs, prevent accidents, and lower insurance premiums through the development of lifelong safe driving habits. With flexible scheduling, home/work pickup options, and both male and female instructors, we prioritize accessibility and personalized instruction.Our 90% DMV test pass rate underscores our commitment to excellence, supported by supplemental learning materials and simulated test preparation. As a family-run institution, we combine decades of collective experience with a client-centric approach, fostering trust through transparent communication and measurable results. Our Sunset District location in San Francisco offers convenient access via public transportation, with ample parking for student convenience. Testimonials highlight our instructors' patience, expertise, and ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers, often within three lessons. This enduring reputation for quality instruction, reflected in our 40+ year history, positions us as a trusted leader in driver education.
Services
Driver Training
Online Drivers Ed
Adult Driving Lessons
DMV Test Prep
Adult Refresher Courses
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 40+ years of combined experience
- 90% DMV test pass rate through simulated test preparation
- Dual-control vehicles for enhanced safety during training
- Flexible scheduling with home/work pickup options
- Both male and female instructors available
What people say
Confident drivers quickly
90% pass rate
Patient instruction
Great value
Fear reduction
Services
Driver Training
Our comprehensive driver training program develops safe, confident operators through expert instruction in dual-control vehicles. Students master traffic laws, vehicle handling, and defensive driving techniques while reducing long-term costs through proper maintenance habits. The curriculum benefits new drivers, license seekers, and skill improvers seeking professional development.
DMV Test Prep
Specialized DMV test preparation includes simulated driving exams and targeted instruction on common testing routes. For $140, we provide pickup/drop-off and 90 minutes of focused test-area practice to address specific evaluation requirements. This service achieves a 90% first-time pass rate among our students.
Online Drivers Ed
The $15 online drivers education course delivers essential traffic safety knowledge through interactive modules. This foundational program complements behind-the-wheel training by covering regulations, road signs, and collision prevention strategies. Ideal for permit preparation or supplemental learning.
Adult Refresher
Designed for experienced drivers needing updated techniques or confidence restoration, this course focuses on modern traffic patterns and vehicle technology. Two-hour sessions address specific concerns while reinforcing defensive driving principles for improved road safety and insurance benefits.
Teen Driving
Targeted instruction for teenage drivers combines classroom theory with practical experience in challenging environments. The program builds confidence through progressive skill development, with three-lesson packages achieving measurable improvements in parallel parking, highway navigation, and test readiness.
People
Collin Huey
Owner and Operations Manager
With over four decades of driving instruction experience, Collin Huey combines technical expertise with patient mentorship. His personalized approach has helped thousands of students conquer driving fears and achieve licensing success through evidence-based techniques and real-world scenario training.
Questions
What driving courses do you offer?
We provide teen driver training, adult lessons, refresher courses, DMV test preparation, and online drivers education. All programs use certified instructors and dual-control vehicles for safety.
How much do driving lessons cost?
Pricing ranges from $15 for online courses to $360 for comprehensive driver training. DMV test preparation costs $140, with adult lessons available for $120.
Do you guarantee DMV test success?
While we can't guarantee results, our simulated test preparation achieves a 90% first-time pass rate. We recommend two practice tests before official DMV evaluations.
Are instructors certified?
All instructors maintain current certifications and undergo continuous training. Owner Collin Huey personally supervises all instructional staff to ensure quality standards.
What areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in San Francisco and Daly City, offering pickup/drop-off services at homes, schools, or workplaces within these service areas.
Reviews (5)
Silke Wiegand
Sep 16, 2021
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Colin is super unreliable, cancelled with short notice on the day of appointment, because he needed to take "mom shopping". My son is very disappointed and consequently will have to reschedule DMV appointment. Can't recommend.
Aditi Mithal
Apr 03, 2021
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Collin is great - he is very patient and covers all the driving concepts very well. We also practiced on the driving test route which was very helpful. I passed my exam in the first attempt. Highly recommended!
Lupe Ramirez
Feb 15, 2020
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As a young professional I consider this money well spent. Building a good foundation of a skill is important and I feel like we spent a good amount of time on the fundamentals and found my short comings and worked on that. Like Answer
Amrita Sukumar
May 27, 2019
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Collan is a very good teacher and helped me pass the exam. He gave constant feedback which made me aware. He always came to pick me from my house. The rate was cheaper than everywhere else. I also used his services for the day of the driving test. He waited for me the whole time and dropped me back home. I highly recommend him as a teacher.
Nicolas Vayias
Feb 18, 2019
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Colin is an amazing instructor and an excellent person. I did a lesson with him for a couple hours and I nailed my test. He is a great person, very knowledgeable teacher and a San Francisco OG. Highly recommend this guy!
