Driving Classes
Learning to Drive
NYS DMV Online Study Manuals
The New York State DMV offers an online study manual that can help new drivers prepare for the permit and road tests, and veteran drivers brush up on rules of the road. They also offer Tips on Passing Your Road Test.
Driving and Points Reduction Classes
Classroom or online defensive driving courses guarantee a 10% reduction in your auto insurance rates for three years and can reduce points on your license by up to four points.
Big Red Bell Driving School
Ithaca's only locally owned and operated driving school, with special attention given to foreign students, young drivers, senior citizens, road test preparation, highway driving, nervous drivers, and defensive driving. Located at 101 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, 607-273-5880.
Baxter's Traffic Safety Center
Offers the required 5-hour pre-licensing course in Cortland, private driving lessons, pre-road test evaluation, and defensive driving techniques. Offers a points- and rate-reduction defensive driving course at the Johnson City location. Telephone 607-797-7776.
TST BOCES Defensive Driving Course
Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga BOCES offers a six hour Defensive Driving course. Call 607-257-1561 to register, or email: smurphy@tstboces.org for more information.
Other Useful Links
Online Defensive Driving Courses
Visit the New York Safety Council for information on choosing an online driving course.
Defensive Driving and Classes for Older Adults
The AARP web site offers information - including the location of defensive driving classes -- specific to the needs of older adults.
The NYS Department of Motor Vehicles
Visit the DMV for additional information on point reduction and classroom or online courses.
