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LICENSED BY THE NMDOT TRAFFIC SAFETY BUREAU ALBUQUERQUE · ISLETA · LOS LUNAS, NM
Full-Service MVD & Driver's Ed
in Albuquerque and Los Lunas
We're a full MVD inside an NMDOT-licensed driving school — written tests, road tests, permits and New Mexico driver's licenses are all completed here. No MVD trips needed: save your valuable time and finish everything in house.
*MVD fees are not included with class fees — additional fees apply for these services.
—— UPCOMING CLASSES See all class dates →
OLD SCHOOL
25+
Years teaching
OLD SCHOOL
40,000+
Students trained
OLD SCHOOL
3
Albuquerque & Los Lunas locations
OLD SCHOOL
0
MVD trips needed
—— WHAT WE DO
Three services. Pick the one you came for.
Not sure which you need? Call (505) 833-0565 and we'll point you to the right class in a minute.
01
Driver's Ed
The 30-hour New Mexico course for new drivers age 15 and up, with on-road drive time and a road test waiver.
· Regular class — Coors, Isleta, Los Lunas
· Athlete Weekend Program
· Extended class, no drive time
Class dates & pricing →
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MVD Services
We are a full MVD site. Written tests, permits, road tests and licensing are completed here, by appointment.
· Written tests & permits
· Road tests & NMDOT waivers
· Licensing and renewals
What we handle →
03
Defensive Driving
Court-ordered, insurance and reinstatement classes for licensed drivers who need a certificate.
· Aggressive Driving class
· Driver Improvement class
· RV2 Reinstatement class
Which class do I need? →
—— WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Four reasons parents send us their kids
No MVD trips
Tests, permits and licensing are completed at our school. You never stand in an MVD line.
25 years, 40,000 students
Family-owned since 1999, with instructors who have taught generations of New Mexico drivers.
Clases en español
Nosotros hablamos y damos clases en español, en las tres ubicaciones.
Schedules that flex
Weekday evenings, Saturdays, Sunday athlete classes and winter break. There is no schedule we can't work with.
—— ENROLLMENT OPEN
Next classes starting
Full schedule & pricing →
ALBUQUERQUE · COORS NW
Nov 2
Nov 2 – Nov 19 · 5:00–7:00 PM · $425
Register online →
ALBUQUERQUE · ISLETA SW
Nov 3
Nov 3 – Nov 18 · 5:00–7:30 PM · $425
Register online →
LOS LUNAS
Nov 9
Nov 9 – Nov 26 · 5:30–7:30 PM · $405
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Driver's ed tuition does not include permit, licensing or MVD fees.
—— SUCCESS STORIES ——
What our students and parents say
★★★★★
“Driving with Jocelyn was great! She was so kind and patient with me and made me feel comfortable and relaxed on the road. Wonderful instructor!”
— MIRANDA BARELA
★★★★★
“My daughter enjoyed this place, learned a lot and it helped build her confidence. The instructors are strict, which is great. When you’re talking about life and death, the instructors are professional and communication was great.”
— ROGER RAINGER
★★★★★
“My driving instructor was Ms. Medina at Old School of Driving in Los Lunas. I really appreciate the time she put into making sure I learned everything I needed to. She’s so nice and patient, especially with making sure I didn’t feel as nervous on the road. I loved being her student.”
— SHANIAH VARELA
—— LIVE ROAD REPORT
Crashes and hazards around Albuquerque right now
Wrecks, hazards and slowdowns reported live by drivers across Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Los Lunas. Check before you head out — and remember every marker is somebody’s day gone wrong.
Official incidents on NMRoads (NMDOT) →
Defensive driving classes →
—— AGGRESSIVE DRIVING
For us, this one is personal.
Someone close to our school was injured in a crash caused by aggressive driving. We teach road-rage prevention and how to de-escalate every day — but the real cost is felt long after the classroom. If you’re able, please help with their recovery.
Support their GoFundMe →
About our Aggressive Driving class →
—— FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1999
Our Commitment
A lifetime of safe driving.
At Old School Of Driving MVD Driving Safety Services, our mission is to create confident, responsible, and skilled drivers who are prepared for the road ahead. We understand that learning to drive is a significant milestone, and we're dedicated to making this journey as safe, supportive, and effective as possible.
At Old School Of Driving MVD Driving Safety Services, we don't just teach you how to drive — we prepare you for a lifetime of safe driving. Trust us to guide you on this important journey with the care and expertise that has defined our family-owned business for over 25 years.
—— QUESTIONS ——
Quick answers
What is a good driving school in Albuquerque, NM for teens?
Old School of Driving is a family-owned driving school in Albuquerque and Los Lunas, New Mexico, licensed by the NMDOT Traffic Safety Bureau and teaching since 1999, with more than 40,000 students trained. It offers the 30-hour teen driver's ed course, on-site MVD testing and licensing, and defensive driving classes at 4101 Coors Blvd NW, 2715 Isleta Blvd SW and 435 Luna St in Los Lunas.
Is there a driving school near me in Albuquerque that also does MVD services?
Yes. Old School of Driving is a driving school and MVD service site in one. Written knowledge tests, instruction permits, road test waivers and provisional and full licensing are handled at the school by its own MVD clerks, by appointment, at the Coors NW, Isleta SW and Los Lunas locations. Call (505) 833-0565.
What services does Old School of Driving offer?
Three services: (1) driver's education for new drivers age 15 and up, including a weekend program for student athletes; (2) MVD services — written tests, permits, road test waivers and licensing; and (3) defensive driving classes — Aggressive Driving, Driver Improvement (in person or online) and RV2 Reinstatement.
Is there a Spanish-speaking driving school in Albuquerque?
Yes. Old School of Driving teaches driver's ed in Spanish and offers MVD services in Spanish at all three locations — Albuquerque Coors NW, Albuquerque Isleta SW and Los Lunas. Se habla español: llame al (505) 833-0565.
How do I sign up for driver's ed in Albuquerque or Los Lunas?
Choose a class start date on the Driver's Ed page and register online with a $35 non-refundable deposit, or call (505) 833-0565. Tuition is $425 plus tax at the Albuquerque locations and $405 plus tax in Los Lunas. Tuition does not include permit, licensing or MVD fees.
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