Free Online Tools Help Teens Become Safer Drivers

Contact: Office of Public Affairs
2415 First Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 657-6437 | [email protected]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2026

What you need to know: The California DMV encourages new drivers to use its free, mobile-friendly resources, including the Teen Driver Roadmap, digital California Driver's Handbook and educational videos, to prepare for a future of safe driving.

Sacramento - The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is making it easier than ever for new drivers to build safe driving habits. Whether studying for a permit test, practicing behind-the-wheel or preparing for a drive test, the DMV offers a variety of mobile-friendly educational resources to help new drivers navigate every step of the process.

"Learning to drive is an exciting milestone for new drivers and nothing is more important than being safe and knowledgeable when getting behind the wheel" said DMV Director Steve Gordon. "The DMV has resources to help new drivers build their skills and confidence to make smart decisions on California's roads."

Among these resources is the Teen Driver Roadmap, a step-by-step guide that helps teens and parents understand permit requirements and key licensing milestones. New drivers can also review the California Quick Reference Driver's Handbook (PDF), which provides an easy-to-use overview of safe driving practices.

Because new drivers benefit from watching instructional videos, the DMV offers a series of 14 educational videos to reinforce classroom and behind-the-wheel training. These include the following topics:

• Rules of the Road: Includes traffic signs, intersections, speed limits, signaling, parking and right-of-way rules.
• Share the Road: Focuses on safely interacting with bicyclists, pedestrians, large trucks and other roadway users.
• Drive Test Tips: Designed to help new drivers prepare for their behind-the-wheel drive test.

It is also never too early for new drivers to create a MyDMV account, which provides convenient access to DMV services and allows customers to manage their driver's license and sign up for online renewal notices.

New drivers, parents, guardians, educators and driving schools are encouraged to use and share these free resources available on the DMV website at dmv.ca.gov and the California DMV YouTube channel.

Before Going to a DMV Office - Try Online First

Most DMV tasks do not require an office visit, including simple self-service transactions that are no longer available in offices. The DMV encourages customers to use its online services and other service channels to complete transactions, such as eligible driver's license and vehicle registration renewals. Customers can also use the Service Advisor on the DMV website to learn about options to complete DMV tasks.

Go Paperless - To sign up for paperless vehicle registration and driver's license renewal notices, sign in or create a secure online account at dmv.ca.gov to opt in.

###

Sign up to receive the latest DMV News Alerts: DMV NEWS ALERTS - California DMV