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When you complete online class and in-car components and Drive Maxx will update Ministry of Transportation database of course completion. The student is required to request Driver History from any of Service Ontario locations. The students are advised to check with school staff if everything is updated with MTO before they go to Service Ontario.

Upon completion of the program, the student is required to get Ontario Driver History from Service Ontario. This document is widely recognized by insurance companies as a proof of BDE program. Your age, gender, type of car and postal code of address you live in determine your insurance.

Yes, you can pay as low as $250 to start the program and pay the rest in two instalments.

Yes, certainly! Our team of professional instructors have tremendous experience with road test procedures. We make sure you understand each and every maneuver in the test so you can pass with full confidence.

You have maximum of eight months from starting date to complete the entire program. Payment must be made in full before starting in-car sessions.

If you complete MTO approved course, you can go in 8 months since you got your G1 or you have to wait 1 year if you are newly licensed without prior driving experience.

You can call 1-888-570-6110 or 647-776-0331. Also you can visit www.drivetest.ca or call your instructor or office to help you with booking.

Ministry of Transportation requires minimum of 10 lessons of driving to complete the program. Weather 10 lessons are enough behind the wheel depends on couple of factors e.g. prior experience or learning skills and comfort level of a student. If you feel you need more practice to improve your skills, we offer individual lessons to gain enough confidence to pass road test.

20 hrs online class, 10 lessons on road and 10 hrs of homework.

No, you have an option of doing classes and car lessons together or you may complete the classroom component first before start driving.

Yes, you can start the program without G1, but to complete driving part, you need at least G1 licence.

Yes, you can join the course any weekday or weekend. See online schedule or call our office for further assistance.

Am I able to have driving lessons in my own/family or friends car?
Under certain circumstances, customers may want to receive lessons in their own/family vehicle. This is a good idea where the car will be used for a Driver’s Test. It is also a good idea when a learner has a new car and wishes to familiarise themselves with it prior to licensing. Safe Drive Driving School is able to offer customers training in their vehicle, provided the vehicle is registered, roadworthy and comprehensively insured. Prior to any training being conducted in the customer’s vehicle, the instructor should inspect the vehicle for its roadworthiness. The inspection should include, but is not limited to, a check of the following items;
  • the registration label is valid, current, intact and displayed appropriately
  • the vehicle is comprehensively insured and the customer’s insurance company is notified that it will be used by a driving instructor to conduct training in
  • The tyres:
    • are correctly inflated (air pressures must reflect the manufacturer’s recommendation as a minimum).
    • have appropriate levels of tread
    • are not damaged
  • all indicators, headlights and brake lights are working
  • seats and seat belts are in good working order and are not damaged or twisted
  • any loose items in the cabin of the vehicle are stowed in the cargo (boot) area
  • the windows and interior are clean
  • the vehicle has sufficient petrol to last the course of the lesson (minimum requirement – a quarter of a tank)
Are automatic cars easier to drive?
When you are ready, your Safe Drive Instructor will arrange your test for you on payment of the Transport Booking Fee. Alternatively you can call our Central Booking Office, provide us with your learners permit number and payment details and we will arrange your test. You can book a test directly with Transport, however there is no guarantee that your specific Instructor is available at that time.
How do I book my driving test?
When you are ready, your Safe Drive Instructor will arrange your test for you on payment of the Transport Booking Fee. Alternatively you can call our Central Booking Office, provide us with your learners permit number and payment details and we will arrange your test. You can book a test directly with Transport, however there is no guarantee that your specific Instructor is available at that time.
How many lessons will I need to learn to drive?
This depends on the individual, as every student has different abilities, needs, levels of experience and different opportunities to practice. Be aware of anyone who “quotes” a number of lessons over the phone as it is impossible, without first assessing your current skill levels. Once one of our Driving Instructors have assessed your current skill level, ability and have ascertained how much practice you can obtain between lessons, we will be able to provide you with an accurate estimate.

Please keep in mind that you can never have too many lessons as the more professional training you have then the safer you will become prior to going solo.

Should I learn to drive in an automatic or manual car?
The decision to learn in an automatic transmission or a manual car depends upon many factors including personal choice, skill level, confidence and the cars you are able to practice in. It is important to be aware however, that in city if you gain your licence in an automatic car; you are not permitted to drive a manual until you successfully pass a practical test with City Transport, in a manual vehicle.
When will I be ready to go for the practical test?
This timeframe will vary for absolutely every student. You are ready for the practical driving test when you can drive confidently and consistently without the help of your Safe Drive instructor. As you are getting closer, your Instructor will run you through a mock test to demonstrate what stage you are up to.
Why do I need to practice my driving?
Driving involves combining theory with physical skills and judgement. Practice is essential and the more practice you have, the less number of professional driving lessons you may require to be at the standard required to pass the test. Practice is vital and the requirement is that a new driver has 100 hours of log book experience prior to sitting for their practical driving test.