Navigating the journey to a driver’s license is a significant milestone for any teen, and at Chicago’s #1 Driving School, we’re dedicated to making this process seamless, efficient, and supportive. As part of Illinois’ Cooperative Driver Testing Program (CDTP), we offer teens an exclusive, convenient option to complete their behind-the-wheel road test in a familiar,
CORE BUSINESS – NEGOCIOS Diana y Jenny Villegas son las hermanas que están al frente de una de las empresas de cursos de conducción en Chicago. Esta compañía, que fue fundada por su padre, está presente en cinco ciudades del estado de Illinois y genera 49 empleos. Estas ecuatorianas planean constituir a Nova Driving como
Introduction: Embarking on the journey to obtain a driver’s license can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. If you’re in Chicago, you’re likely curious about various aspects of driver education. In this blog post, we’ll address some common questions to help you navigate the road to becoming a licensed driver in the Windy City. How much
You love your teenager. But they’re driving you up the wall while the whole family is staying home to stop the spread of COVID-19. Why not find a way to keep them busy that is actually productive? This is a time when technology comes in handy by making it possible to complete driver education online.
Nova’s one-day, six-hour Adult Driver Education class allows students between 18 and allows students between 18 and 20 to complete the Illinois Adult Driver Education requirement in a fun, efficient format. Illinois requires first-time driver’s license applicants (between 18 and 20) to complete a six-hour Adult Driver Education course if they did not take driver
Thanksgiving is a time to count our blessings, and it’s a great time to lend a helping hand to those in need. This year, Nova is partnering with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to collect donations of canned goods for Chicago-area residents facing hunger. Nova is collecting donations at its 2036 N. Western Avenue and
The leaves are falling, and so are the prices for Nova Driving School’s Teen Program classes. Starting today, you can receive $10 off any Teen Program class (classroom or behind-the-wheel) by entering the promo code “PROMO10” when you register. In addition, Nova is offering our 6-hour Teen Program BTW package for $270 (a $20
With National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 16-22) in our rearview mirror, Nova presents a few more tips for parents to keep teen drivers safe: -Require your teen to wear a seat belt on every trip. This simple step can reduce your teen’s risk of dying or being badly injured in a crash by
National Teen Driver Safety Week (October 16-22 in 2016) is an opportune time to think about ways to keep teen drivers safe during their first years behind the wheel. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 19- year olds in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety
If you’re between ages 18 and 20 and you didn’t take Driver Education in high school, Nova’s 6-hour Adult Driver Education (ADE) class might be for you. Since mid-2014, Illinois has required first-time driver’s license applicants (without any prior Driver Education background) to complete a six-hour Adult Driver Education course in order to earn a
With harvest season around the corner, motorists across Illinois will soon share rural roads with farm equipment, including tractors, combines, and farm trucks. If you plan to drive on rural roads this fall, keep these tips in mind to ensure your safety, local farmers’ safety, and the safety of all motorists on the road (courtesy
Glare around sunrise and prior to sunset can make it difficult for motorists to see. To drive safely in glare, follow these tips: -Keep your windshield clean. A windshield that is free of dirt and haze (both inside and outside) will make it easier to see. -Carry a pair of sunglasses in your vehicle
Nova Driving School believes that driver education should be both informative and fun. To that end, students at Nova’s Hyde Park branch recently designed posters focused on traffic safety issues that affect young drivers, particularly those drivers between ages 15 and 25. Using markers and a healthy dose of creativity, students in Nova instructor Nakeyia
Nova Driving School hit the road last week in search of a few good men and women to join us in our work to advance safe, responsible driving. We were pleased to have the opportunity to participate in a Hiring Fair sponsored by Sen. Ira Silverstein, Alderman Debra Silverstein, and the Illinois Department of Employment
Policymakers in Illinois are committed to ensuring that young drivers have the skills necessary to safely operate a motor vehicle. These skills include a solid knowledge of traffic laws, vehicle operation, and motorists’ responsibilities. Illinois requires first-time driver’s license applicants (between 18 and 20) to complete a six-hour Adult Driver Education course if they did
With summer in full swing, warm weather makes it especially important for parents and caregivers to keep a close eye on the children in their care. In 2015, 24 children across the United States died from heatstroke after being left alone in superheated cars. Although many people think that heatstroke can occur only when
Congratulations to students in Nova’s Teen Program who have earned their instruction permits! Pictured (left to right) are Nova students Katie F., Natalie R., and Casey K. Nova’s Teen Program coursework, which includes 15 classroom sessions (2 hours per session), is designed to allow students to earn their instruction permits after the fourth class
Distracted driving can have life-altering consequences for both distracted motorists and their victims, Illinois State Troopers David Roman and Aldo Schumann emphasized during a June 5 presentation to students in Nova’s Teen Program. Using PowerPoint slides that featured actual video clips and still photos of traffic crashes, Troopers Schumann and Roman illustrated how sending a
The best type of crash is the crash that doesn’t happen. Many new vehicles offer safety systems that apply the brakes automatically to avoid rear-end collisions, maintain a pre-set distance between vehicles through adaptive cruise control, and alert the driver to blind-spot hazards, among other forms of driver assistance. Electronic stability control, standard on all