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What is the best DMV for a road test near the Antelope Valley?
The Lancaster DMV Field Office serves Antelope Valley road tests, since the Palmdale office is closed until further notice. You'll find it at 721 W Ave L6, Lancaster, CA 93535. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8am–5pm, and Wednesday 9am–5pm; it's closed Saturday and Sunday. Drive tests are by appointment, so book your DMV appointment well in advance.
Where do Coastline Academy driving lessons start in the Antelope Valley?
Your lessons begin at a convenient location in the Antelope Valley area since we pick up from home, work or school with our home pickup option. A common meeting point is 1008 W Ave M-14, Palmdale, CA 93551. When you search for availability, we'll show you the meeting points near you.
What areas does Coastline Academy serve in the Antelope Valley?
Coastline Academy serves all of the Antelope Valley, including Lancaster, Palmdale, and Mojave.
Does Coastline Academy offer home pickup and dropoff for lessons in the Antelope Valley?
Yes. Lessons include pickup and dropoff at your home, work, or school in the Antelope Valley.
How many driving lessons do I need before the road test?
California requires minors to complete six total hours of professional behind-the-wheel instruction, which is three two-hour lessons. There is no minimum requirement for new drivers over the age of 18. To build the skills to be a safe and confident driver, we recommend the five-lesson package which give you 10 hours behind the wheel.
What should I bring to my first behind-the-wheel driving lesson?
Bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. You'll also need to bring your permit and sneakers or other appropriate driving footwear (not flip flops please). We provide the car, a certified instructor, and insurance.
Why does a Coastline instructor need to sign my teen's permit?
If your new driver is under 17 1/2, they can't drive with you until they take their first professional driving lesson. The provisional instruction permit is not valid for supervised practice until the licensed driving instructor validates the permit. A Coastline instructor does this at the student's first lesson. After that, the teen may practice with a qualified supervising adult. Bring the physical permit to every behind-the-wheel lesson because the instructor must verify it before driving.
What happens when the six hours of driving lessons are done?
After you complete the required six hours of professional behind-the-wheel instruction, your Coastline instructor will issue a "golden ticket", which is an official DMV certificate. You should keep that certificate with your instruction permit and bring it to the DMV for your driving test. If part of the six-hour requirement was completed at another licensed driving school, Coastline can generally count properly documented training hours toward the total before completing the remaining instruction.
Can I use a Coastline car for my DMV driving test?
Yes. Coastline's Road Test Session is designed for students who want to take the California DMV driving test in a Coastline vehicle. It includes a pre-test driving lesson, transportation to the DMV, and use of an insured Coastline training car equipped with an instructor brake. Schedule your DMV driving test appointment first, then book the Coastline Road Test Session for the same date and location.
What is Coastline's cancellation and rescheduling policy?
You can cancel or reschedule a Coastline driving lesson without a fee when you make the change at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time. Changes made 24 to 72 hours before the lesson are subject to a 35% fee, and cancellations made less than 24 hours before the lesson, as well as no-shows, are charged the full lesson price. Check the booking terms for the full policy.
