Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Tampa, FL
Autosafety Driving School has been dedicated to driver education since 1978, serving the Greater Tampa Bay Area with comprehensive driving instruction. As a Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV)-approved driving school, we provide one-on-one behind-the-wheel training using a modern fleet of Nissan Versas equipped with dual controls and safety features. Our instructors, who have completed certified training courses and undergone FDLE background checks, bring decades of combined experience to personalized lessons tailored to individual learning needs.We emphasize practical, real-world driving skills while maintaining strict adherence to state regulations and safety standards. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our reputation for producing confident drivers, evidenced by our longstanding presence in the community and partnerships with schools, insurance providers, and satisfied families across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, and Sarasota.
Services
Private Driving Lessons
DMV Concierge Service
Online Traffic Courses
Road Test Preparation
Defensive Driving Training
Behind-the-Wheel Instruction
Traffic School Programs
Permit Test Preparation
Driver Improvement Courses
Teen Driver Education
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- DMV-approved driving school since 1978 with proven teaching methods
- Instructors with 150+ combined years of professional driving experience
- Modern fleet of Nissan Versas with dual controls and safety features
- Personalized lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs
- Comprehensive DMV test preparation and concierge services
Associations and certifications
- Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV)
What people say
Amazing instructor
Confident behind the wheel
Passed first time
Professional and patient
Excellent DMV preparation
Services
Private Driving Lessons
Personalized one-on-one driving lessons tailored to individual skill levels. Our certified instructors focus on defensive driving techniques, traffic law compliance, and real-world scenario preparation. Students receive undivided attention while practicing in modern vehicles equipped with safety features and dual controls for enhanced learning security.
DMV Concierge Service
Comprehensive DMV road test preparation including scheduling assistance, transportation, and vehicle provision. Includes pre-test refresher sessions to reinforce skills and reduce anxiety. Conducted in familiar training vehicles to increase student confidence during official testing procedures.
Online Traffic Courses
State-approved online courses covering traffic safety, drug and alcohol awareness, and mature driver refreshers. Programs include permit test preparation, driver improvement, and insurance discount-eligible courses. Self-paced modules with printable certificates upon completion for official documentation requirements.
Behind-the-Wheel Training
Hands-on driving instruction emphasizing road safety, vehicle control, and test-specific maneuvers. Four-hour training packages focus on developing defensive driving habits and mastering test routes. Instructors provide real-time feedback while using dual-control vehicles for enhanced safety during skill development.
Driver Improvement Programs
Court-ordered and voluntary driver improvement courses approved by Florida DHSMV. Programs address aggressive driving, traffic violations, and license reinstatement requirements. Courses combine classroom instruction with practical applications to improve driving behavior and reduce future traffic incidents through evidence-based teaching methods.
People
Billy
Senior Instructor
Certified driving instructor since 2016 with extensive hospitality and sales experience. Emphasizes driving responsibilities while combining patience with practical instruction techniques developed through decades of customer service experience.
Colleen
Instructor
Over 35 years of FLHSMV experience developing driver education curriculum. Combines licensing expertise with teaching passion to create effective learning experiences that mirror official DMV testing standards and requirements.
John
Instructor
Former FLHSMV official with 35 years of traffic safety experience. Applies deep understanding of licensing processes and road test requirements to practical driving instruction while maintaining strict adherence to state regulations.
Doug
Instructor
Retired law enforcement officer with 25+ years of traffic safety experience. Uses real-world accident prevention knowledge to teach defensive driving techniques while emphasizing the consequences of distracted driving behaviors.
Questions
What areas do you serve for driving lessons?
We provide driving instruction throughout the Greater Tampa Bay Area including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Sarasota.
Are your instructors certified by the DMV?
Yes, all our instructors are FLHSMV-certified and undergo regular background checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
What vehicles do you use for training?
We use modern Nissan Versas equipped with dual controls, GPS tracking, and dashcams for enhanced safety and learning consistency.
Do you offer DMV test preparation services?
Yes, our DMV Concierge Service includes test scheduling, transportation, vehicle provision, and pre-test refresher instruction to maximize success rates.
What online courses do you provide?
We offer state-approved courses including driver education, permit preparation, defensive driving, and traffic violation resolution programs with printable certificates.
How long has your school been operating?
Auto Safety Driving School has been providing driver education services in Florida since 1978, with over four decades of proven success.
