Your Journey to Safe Driving Starts with Golden Wheel—Serving Bergen & Passaic Counties
Expert Driving Lessons to Build Confidence, Safety, and Skill on the Road—Enroll Today in Bergen & Passaic Counties
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About Us
About Golden Wheel Driving School
At Golden Wheel Driving School, we are passionate about empowering individuals to become confident, skilled, and safe drivers. With years of experience in the industry, we proudly serve the communities of Bergen and Passaic counties, providing personalized driving lessons designed to meet the unique needs of each student.
Our team of certified, professional instructors is dedicated to ensuring that every student not only learns the rules of the road but also feels comfortable and prepared for any driving situation. We focus on building essential driving skills, emphasizing defensive driving techniques, and fostering a safety-first mindset that lasts a lifetime.
Why Choose Golden Wheel Driving School?
Experienced Instructors
: Our instructors are licensed, patient, and committed to creating a supportive learning environment for all ages and skill levels.
Flexible Lesson Plans: We offer customizable lesson packages, whether you're a beginner driver or looking to brush up on your skills.
Comprehensive Curriculum: From mastering parallel parking to navigating busy intersections, our lessons cover all aspects of safe driving.
Modern Vehicles: All our training vehicles are equipped with dual controls and safety features to ensure a safe learning experience.
Focus on Road Safety: We prioritize defensive driving techniques and hazard awareness to help students stay safe on the road.
Our Mission
Our mission at Golden Wheel Driving School is to provide high-quality driver education that fosters confidence and safety. We aim to equip every student with the skills and knowledge they need to become responsible, conscientious drivers. By emphasizing safety, patience, and skill, we strive to make our communities safer, one driver at a time.
Enroll with Us Today!
If you're ready to start your journey towards safe driving, Golden Wheel Driving School is here to guide you. Whether you're a new driver, a senior looking for a refresher, or someone with unique driving needs, we have a lesson plan that's right for you. Join the Golden Wheel family and gain the confidence to drive safely and responsibly.
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today to learn more about our programs or to schedule your first lesson!
Entcho Hristov
Driving Instructor/owner
Entcho Hristov
is the dedicated owner and lead driving instructor at
Golden Wheel Driving School. With extensive experience and a passion for teaching safe, responsible driving, Entcho has successfully guided thousands of students toward achieving their driving goals. He is committed to providing personalized instruction, emphasizing confidence behind the wheel, and fostering lifelong safe driving habits.
Veronika Nikoloska
Administrator and agent
Veronika
is the friendly administrator and customer support agent at
Golden Wheel Driving School. Known for her exceptional organizational skills and approachable personality, Veronika efficiently manages scheduling, student inquiries, and daily operations. She ensures each student receives personalized attention and a seamless experience from registration to graduation.
Peter Newarski
Driving Instructor
Peter Newarski
is a skilled driving instructor at
Golden Wheel Driving School
, recognized for his calm demeanor and thorough teaching approach. Peter excels in guiding new drivers, focusing on defensive driving practices and road safety. His dedication ensures students gain the confidence and knowledge they need to become responsible, capable drivers.
Piotr Dziob
Driving Instructor
Piotr Dziob
is an experienced driving instructor at
Golden Wheel Driving School, known for his patient approach and dedication to student success. Piotr specializes in building driver confidence, emphasizing safe driving techniques, and preparing students thoroughly for their road tests. His supportive teaching style creates a comfortable learning environment, helping students achieve their driving goals with ease.
Hisham Houshieh
Driving Instructor
Hisham Houshieh
is a dedicated driving instructor at
Golden Wheel Driving School, known for his patience, clear communication, and personalized teaching approach. Hisham specializes in helping students overcome driving anxieties and master essential skills, ensuring they’re fully prepared for the road ahead. His friendly style makes learning to drive a comfortable and positive experience.
Frantz Alcin
Driving Instructor
Frantz Alcin
is a knowledgeable driving instructor at
Golden Wheel Driving School, appreciated for his friendly manner and effective teaching methods. Frantz excels in creating a supportive environment, guiding students through safe driving techniques and road-test preparation. His commitment ensures students gain confidence, competence, and safety awareness behind the wheel.
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Welcome to Golden Wheel Driving School – Your Trusted Partner on the Road to Success!
At
Golden Wheel Driving School
, we are committed to helping you become a confident, safe, and skilled driver. Serving Bergen and Passaic counties, we pride ourselves on delivering professional driving instruction tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re a first-time driver, a seasoned motorist looking for a refresher, or someone preparing for a road test.
Our certified instructors prioritize your safety and comfort, offering personalized lessons that focus on building essential skills while instilling the confidence you need to navigate the road independently. With a proven track record of success, modern training vehicles, and flexible scheduling options, we make learning to drive a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Start your journey with us today, and let Golden Wheel Driving School guide you toward driving excellence!
High-quality, personalized driving lessons conducted by certified instructors. These sessions focus on building essential driving skills, emphasizing defensive driving techniques, and fostering a safety-first mindset.
Professional support to ensure a smooth experience during your DMV road test. This includes transportation to the test site and the use of their dual-controlled vehicles, providing you with confidence and comfort on test day.
Convenient online classes aimed at reducing points on your driving record and potentially lowering insurance premiums. These courses are designed to enhance your driving knowledge and promote safer driving habits.
Understanding the varied schedules of their students, Golden Wheel Driving School offers lessons seven days a week, with options for morning, afternoon, and evening sessions to accommodate your availability.
All training vehicles are equipped with dual controls and are exceptionally maintained to ensure a safe and comfortable learning environment.
Golden Wheel Driving School also offers refresher courses designed for licensed drivers who wish to update their skills, gain confidence, or address specific areas of concern. These sessions are ideal for seniors, individuals who haven’t driven in a while, or those adapting to new driving environments.
PRICING
Choose Your Lesson
one hour
$90
Focused Learning: A one-hour session allows for targeted instruction on specific skills, helping you focus fully on one or two key areas like parallel parking or highway merging.
Increased Retention: Shorter lessons help with information retention, ensuring you’re not overwhelmed and can remember what you’ve practiced more effectively.
Flexible Scheduling: A one-hour lesson is easy to fit into a busy schedule, making it convenient for students balancing work, school, or other commitments.
Consistent Practice: Regular one-hour sessions promote consistent practice, which is essential for building confidence and skill over time without fatigue.
No contracts - cancel anytime
One and a half
$150
In-Depth Practice: With more time, you can delve deeper into complex driving skills, such as maneuvering through traffic or practicing defensive driving techniques.
Improved Skill Retention: The extended time allows for repetition and reinforcement, which can help you retain skills more effectively and feel more confident.
Adaptability to Different Road Conditions: In a 90-minute lesson, you’re more likely to experience varied driving conditions, such as shifting traffic patterns, which builds adaptability.
Enhanced Focus on Weak Areas: This length provides ample time to address specific challenges or weaknesses without rushing, leading to more personalized and impactful learning.
No contracts - cancel anytime
Two hours
$180
Comprehensive Skill Development:: A two-hour session allows for a thorough exploration of multiple driving skills, from parking and lane changes to highway merging, without feeling rushed.
Extended Practice Time: The longer duration gives you time to repeat and reinforce techniques, which helps solidify learning and boosts confidence.
Exposure to Different Driving Environments: In two hours, you can practice in various settings, such as residential areas, highways, and busy intersections, improving your adaptability to different road conditions.
Greater Progress in Each Lesson: The extended time means you can achieve more in each session, making it easier to track progress and cover more ground before the next lesson.
No contracts - cancel anytime
Choose Your Package
Six-Hour Driving Package 3x2h
$480
Comprehensive Skill Building: The extended time allows for a thorough practice of essential driving skills, from basic maneuvers to more advanced techniques, providing a strong foundation for safe driving.
Improved Confidence: With six hours of dedicated, hands-on training, students build confidence behind the wheel, making them more comfortable and prepared for real-world driving situations.
Personalized Instruction: Each session can be tailored to the student’s unique needs and learning pace, allowing instructors to focus on specific areas for improvement and reinforce strengths.
Enhanced Road Safety Awareness: The package includes a focus on defensive driving and road safety techniques, equipping students with the skills to anticipate and respond to potential hazards confidently.
No contracts - cancel anytime
eight-hour driving package 4x2h
$630
In-Depth Skills Development: With eight hours of instruction, students have ample time to practice a range of driving skills, from basic control to advanced maneuvers, ensuring a well-rounded driving education.
Increased Road Experience: The extended hours allow students to drive in various road conditions, traffic scenarios, and environments, enhancing adaptability and comfort in different driving situations.
Enhanced Retention and Confidence: More hours on the road help reinforce learning, allowing students to retain skills better and feel more confident in their abilities behind the wheel.
Comprehensive Focus on Safety: The package emphasizes defensive driving techniques and safety practices, helping students become not only competent but also safe and cautious drivers prepared to handle any situation.
No contracts - cancel anytime
Ten-hour driving package 5x2h
$780
Thorough Skill Mastery: With ten hours of driving practice, students gain the opportunity to fully master essential skills and tackle more advanced techniques, providing a deep foundation for confident driving.
Extensive Real-World Experience: The extended time allows for diverse driving experiences, including different road types, traffic conditions, and weather scenarios, helping students adapt to various driving environments.
Long-Term Confidence Building: Consistent practice over ten hours solidifies skills and builds long-term confidence, allowing students to feel fully prepared for solo driving and real-life road challenges.
Comprehensive Safety and Defensive Driving Training: With additional time, instructors can emphasize and reinforce defensive driving and safety strategies, ensuring that students are not only skilled but also highly safety-conscious drivers.
No contracts - cancel anytime
Road Test Service
Lodi meet at the DMV Package
$125
Direct Convenience: Go directly to the DMV, making the process easy and straightforward without any extra travel arrangements.
On-Site Guidance: Your instructor will meet you at the DMV, ready to offer final tips and reassurance right before your test.
Time-Efficient: Perfect for students who prefer a simple, time-saving option to arrive independently at the DMV.
Confidence Boost: You’ll have instructor support as you arrive, helping to calm nerves and boost confidence.
No contracts - cancel anytime
lodi Rt Package with Pick-Up and Drop-Off
$200
Door-to-Door Service: Enjoy the convenience of being picked up and dropped off, saving you from arranging separate transportation.
Focused Preparation: Use the drive to the DMV as a final chance to review key driving techniques and ask any last-minute questions.
Stress-Free Travel: Eliminate the hassle of organizing transportation and focus on your test.
Relaxed Return Home: After your test, your instructor will drive you back, making the experience comfortable and hassle-free.
No contracts - cancel anytime
lodi Warm-Up Plus Road Test Package
$250
Pre-Test Warm-Up: Enjoy a full warm-up session before your test to practice essential skills and get comfortable on the road.
Increased Confidence: The extra practice helps reduce nerves and ensures you feel fully prepared before heading to the DMV.
Targeted Review: Use this time to review any specific skills or test-day concerns, with personalized guidance from your instructor.
Smooth Transition to Test: Finish your warm-up and head straight to the DMV, so you’re fully ready and focused when your test begins.
No contracts - cancel anytime
wayne meet at the DMV Package
$150
Direct Convenience: Go directly to the DMV, making the process easy and straightforward without any extra travel arrangements.
On-Site Guidance: Your instructor will meet you at the DMV, ready to offer final tips and reassurance right before your test.
Time-Efficient: Perfect for students who prefer a simple, time-saving option to arrive independently at the DMV.
Confidence Boost: You’ll have instructor support as you arrive, helping to calm nerves and boost confidence.
No contracts - cancel anytime
wayne Rt Package with Pick-Up and Drop-Off
$225
Door-to-Door Service: Enjoy the convenience of being picked up and dropped off, saving you from arranging separate transportation.
Focused Preparation: Use the drive to the DMV as a final chance to review key driving techniques and ask any last-minute questions.
Stress-Free Travel: Eliminate the hassle of organizing transportation and focus on your test.
Relaxed Return Home: After your test, your instructor will drive you back, making the experience comfortable and hassle-free.
No contracts - cancel anytime
wayne Warm-Up Plus Road Test Package
$275
Pre-Test Warm-Up: Enjoy a full warm-up session before your test to practice essential skills and get comfortable on the road.
Increased Confidence: The extra practice helps reduce nerves and ensures you feel fully prepared before heading to the DMV.
Targeted Review: Use this time to review any specific skills or test-day concerns, with personalized guidance from your instructor.
Smooth Transition to Test: Finish your warm-up and head straight to the DMV, so you’re fully ready and focused when your test begins.
No contracts - cancel anytime
Testimonials
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75 Broadway Elmwood Park NJ 07407
Started my driving journey with Golden Wheel's beginner lessons—super patient instructors. Aced my road test thanks to their focused prep sessions. Highly recommend!
Jasmine Richards
Happy Customer
Finally aced my road test thanks to Golden Wheel's spot-on prep and advanced techniques. Other schools were okay, but these guys really know their stuff.
Monica Chandler
Happy Customer
Golden Wheel's online driver's education was comprehensive and flexible. It perfectly accommodated my schedule, allowing me to complete it comfortably at my own pace.
Thomas Krazinski
Happy Customer
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What should I bring to my first lesson?
For your first driving lesson, please bring a valid learner’s permit and any required paperwork provided during enrollment. Comfortable shoes and a positive attitude are all you need to get started!
2. How long is each driving lesson?
Each behind-the-wheel lesson typically lasts 1 or 2 hour. You can schedule additional sessions based on your learning goals and progress.
3. Do I need a learner’s permit to start behind-the-wheel training?
Yes, a valid learner’s permit is required to participate in any behind-the-wheel training. If you don’t have a permit yet, our team can guide you through the application process.
4. What happens if I need to reschedule a lesson?
We understand that schedules can change! Simply contact us at least 24 hours in advance to reschedule your lesson without any additional fees.
5. Can I use my own car for lessons?
While we recommend using our dual-controlled vehicles for safety, you may be able to use your own car for specific sessions if it meets our safety requirements. Please discuss this option with your instructor.
6. How do I prepare for my DMV road test?
Our Road Test Assistance program is designed to prepare you for your DMV road test with mock tests, route familiarization, and transport to the test site. We also provide guidance on test-day procedures to ensure a smooth experience.
7. Are there discounts for booking multiple lessons?
Yes, we offer discounted rates for package bookings. Contact our team for details on multi-lesson packages and special offers.
8. Do you offer any courses online?
Yes! Our Online Defensive Driving Course is self-paced and available for anyone with a valid license. It can help reduce points on your record and may qualify you for an insurance discount.
9. What if I feel nervous about driving?
It’s completely normal to feel nervous, especially as a new driver. Our instructors are patient, experienced, and trained to help you feel comfortable behind the wheel. We’ll work at your pace to build your confidence and skills step-by-step.
10. Do you provide pick-up and drop-off services?
Yes, we offer pick-up and drop-off services for students within our service area. Let us know your location when scheduling, and we’ll arrange a convenient meeting point.
11. What is the cancellation policy?
We request at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling. If you cancel less than 24 hours before your lesson, a cancellation fee may apply.
12. Can I request a specific instructor?
Absolutely! If you have a preferred instructor, let us know when scheduling, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request based on availability.
13. Are the vehicles used for lessons insured?
Yes, all of our vehicles are fully insured, equipped with dual controls for safety, and regularly maintained to ensure a secure learning environment.
14. How do I schedule my DMV road test?
We can assist you with scheduling your DMV road test, or you can book it directly through the DMV website. Our team is here to guide you through each step of the process.
15. What age do I need to be to enroll in driving lessons?
The minimum age to enroll in driving lessons varies by state. In New Jersey, you can start at 16 with a learner’s permit. Our team will help ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before beginning your lessons.
16. Do you offer lessons in languages other than English?
Yes, we offer lessons in multiple languages. Please let us know your language preference when booking, and we’ll pair you with an instructor who can meet your needs.
17. How soon can I start after I enroll?
Once you complete the enrollment process, we can usually begin scheduling lessons within a few days, depending on availability. We strive to start as soon as possible based on your preferred schedule.
18. Will I get a certificate of completion?
Yes, upon completing certain programs like the Defensive Driving Course or our full beginner package, we provide a certificate of completion, which may be useful for insurance discounts or other purposes.
19. What payment methods do you accept?
We accept various payment methods, including credit/debit cards, online payments, and, in some cases, cash. Please contact us for details on payment options and package deals.
20. What if I’m an experienced driver but need a skills refresher?
We offer Refresher Courses designed for licensed drivers who want to update their skills or regain confidence. This program is ideal for seniors, drivers returning to the road, or anyone needing a confidence boost.
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Top 7 Tips to Ace Your Road Test in Maywood and Hackensack, NJ
Top 7 Tips to Ace Your Road Test in Maywood and Hackensack, NJ
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Get In Touch
Email: [email protected]
Address
Office: 75 Broadway, Elmwood Park NJ 07407
Assistance Hours
Mon – Fri 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sat - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number:
973-310-7744
Office: 75 Broadway, Elmwood Park NJ 07407
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Site: www.goldenwheeldrivingschool.com