by drive.gds | Apr 20, 2026 | New Driver Tips, Road Rules
Lane Added vs Merge Sign: What Most Drivers Get Wrong This is one of the most misunderstood signs I see drivers struggle with. A lane added sign is often confused with a merge sign, but they mean completely different things. And reacting the wrong way can actually...
by drive.gds | Dec 21, 2025 | Driving Lessons and Education, New Driver Tips, Parent Guides
We Shouldn’t Be “Thinking” About the Laws at Intersections Intersections are one of the most dangerous places to drive. Not because drivers do not care, but because intersections can already be confusing. There are multiple directions of traffic, different signs or...
by drive.gds | Dec 5, 2025 | Driving Lessons and Education, New Driver Tips, Parent Guides
Yes, I Can Teach Students With Zero Practice One of the most common questions I get from parents is something like, “Is it okay if my teen has never practiced before?” The answer is always yes. I work with brand new drivers all the time. Before taking lessons,...
by drive.gds | Dec 2, 2025 | Driving Lessons and Education, New Driver Tips, Parent Guides
Does Taking Lessons With a Professional Driving Instructor Work Better Than Learning From Your Parents? What Salem & Keizer families should know before their teen starts driving. Learning to drive is one of the biggest milestones in a teen’s life and one of the...