Pass Drivers Ed Course
Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.
Practice for Written Test
Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!
Pass Written Test at DMV
Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.
Take Driving Lessons
Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.
Pass your Road Test
After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.
Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.
Taking driving lessons in Dos Palos provides an ideal setting to build confidence behind the wheel. The city’s quiet residential streets and surrounding rural roads create a low-stress environment perfect for mastering the fundamentals. New drivers can focus on core skills like steering, braking, and understanding traffic signs without the pressure of heavy congestion, building a solid foundation before tackling more challenging scenarios.
Once comfortable with the basics, students will progress to local routes like CA-33 and major arteries such as I-5. Driving to nearby communities like Los Banos and Firebaugh provides crucial experience with different traffic patterns and intersection types. This structured progression prepares learners for the variety of conditions they will encounter when driving throughout Merced County.
We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.
Our goal is to empower every student with the defensive driving techniques and confidence needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on translating instruction into practical, real-world skills for any journey ahead.
Brian has 20 years of professional driving experience. He wants to pass those experiences and skills down to new drivers and adults that need a refresher course to make them safer. Read more...
Shayne spent the last 29 years serving in the military with the United States Air Force. Now, as a veteran, he is committed to help others be safe and responsible vehicle operators. Read more...
Steve has over 21 years of experience as a driving instructor in the Fresno area, having taught close to 20,000 students in the Central Valley! He is a patient instructor and communicates well with his students. Read more...
Matthew is an experienced driving instructor who prioritizes punctuality and preparation. Matthew ensures all his students come away from their lessons with an accurate understanding of the skills required to navigate the road in the safest manner. ... Read more...
Art has years of experience on the road driving manual cars and trucks and aims to help people of all ages get comfortable behind the wheel. Read more...
Doug has over 40 years of driving experience. He is a graduate of CSU Fresno. He has driven as a law enforcement officer and as a school bus driver for a local school district. With his past driving experience, he feels that learning to drive safe... Read more...
Dave is very passionate about making the roads safer for everyone. He wants to give you a solid foundation to begin your driving journey. Think of Dave as more of a coach than an instructor. Read more...
Jeff has been in the transportation business for over 30 years and is a current motorcycle safety instructor. Read more...
Zachary is enthusiastic about teaching. He is effective at breaking down complex ideas such as driving skills and making them accessible to everyone. If there is a desire to learn, then there will be success! Read more...
Lorrie has over 30 years of driving experience. She is friendly, patient, & calm. Her knowledge in the rules of the road will help you obtain the ability to drive safely. Read more...
Jen loves to drive and has held a class A license for many years. From cars to tractors, there is nothing she can't drive. Read more...
Sam has almost 10 years of driving experience driving all over the country, from Seattle all the way to New York City. He wants to help new drivers build the confidence they need to start driving because he knows how intimidating driving can be at fi... Read more...
Arrington before becoming a driving instructor enjoyed working in various Veterinary Hospital’s and visiting animal shelters across the Bay Area. After moving to the Central Valley a little over a year ago, she took a job opportunity to be a Driving ... Read more...
Dominick brings a strong safety-focused background to driving instruction, with multiple seasons as a wildland firefighter and current service in Emergency Management with the Air Force. His teaching style is calm, patient, and supportive, helping st... Read more...
Eduardo became a driving instructor after more than 14 years in retail management, where he developed a strong leadership, training, and safety-focused skills. His background in supervising teams and mentoring employees prepared him to provide struct... Read more...
Erica is excited to help each student feel confident behind the wheel and become a safe licensed driver. With over 12 years of driving experience she brings real-world knowledge and a strong focus on safe driving. Known for being calm, patient, kind,... Read more...
Tito is a commercial driver with years of experience, licensed since age 18 and holding a CDL since 2021, with extensive driving experience across multiple states and vehicle types. Born and raised on the Central Coast, he brings a calm, patient, and... Read more...
Dolores has quite a bit of experience with teaching, from homeschooling her own children to working as a nanny for various families, and even a prior stint as a driving instructor. She is aware of the excitement, discomfort, and overwhelm students ex... Read more...
Trudi has been coaching athletics and training dog obedience for over 20 years. She brings her coaching passion and skills to Coastline to help students learn to be safe and confident drivers in an educational and comfortable environment. Her listeni... Read more...
Pedro helps new learners become confident and safe drivers. Learning to drive can be daunting, so Pedro provides a calm, patient, and friendly environment. Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you're brushing up on skills before the test... Read more...
Walter Tello-Malnati has more than 20 years experience as trainer /instructor. He has extensive driving experience and all types of conditions and settings worldwide. Walter is eager to assist students in becoming skilled and safe California drivers.... Read more...
Tim brings years of driving experience and a calm, down-to-earth teaching style that makes learning both stress-free and easy to retain. He carefully guides students through each step of the process, covering essential driving laws and techniques to ... Read more...
Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults all across Washington. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:
For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.
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