Practice Sessions
Learning to drive can be like playing sports, video games or a musical instrument — you have to practice to get better.
Delaware law requires you to complete 50 hours of supervised practice driving with your parents. AAA suggests you complete at least 100 hours.
- Start with the basics. Sit in the car, learn where everything is and what everything does. Take a look at the owner’s manual, too.
- Talk to your parents about what to expect, so you can avoid misunderstandings or arguments on the road when you are learning to drive.
- Start your practice with simple driving in an open parking lot or a quiet neighborhood street. As you get better at controlling the vehicle, try more challenging roadways.
- Practice in a variety of conditions.
- Highways
- City streets
- Rainy weather
- Nighttime
- Heavy traffic
- StartSmart: Practice Driving – AAA’s tips for parents and teens about practice driving.
- Becoming the New Driver in Your Family – This brochure outlines tips and responsibilities of being a safe driver.