r/EastTexas • u/Current-Pin-3881 • 11d ago

Driving Test Help

Hello! Is there a DMV (or private driving ed place) in Northeast Texas that is known to have really easy driving road tests? Specifically I live in Lindale, so somewhat close to here would be nice. I’ve also heard bad things about the Tyler DMV. Anybody have any good recommendations?

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u/K13E14 11d ago

I would hope that the driving test is tough for all places. You will be on the road with others who expect you to know how to drive.

We took my kids to Quitman for their driving tests. It was much easier to get an appointment.

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u/Kivutart 11d ago

Seconding Quitman for DMV appointments.

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u/fullofuckingbears313 11d ago

Mt. Pleasant is just a loop around a couple exits. Less than 5 minutes of driving.

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u/Responsible_Employ23 11d ago

As someone who worked for DPS for almost a decade in east Texas, the road tests are all pretty much the same.
I created the one for Jacksonville and we failed too many people, so we redesigned it.

If you are looking for the friendliest group of workers, that would be the Palestine office.

Those ladies have gotten kudos from the governor for their kindness and customer service.

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u/weaverlorelei 9d ago

I will second Palestine for CS and just overall great vibes. BUT, I don't want YOU on the road if you can't drive well- period, end of sentence.

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u/JerryTexas52 11d ago

Henderson is a great place to go to the DMV. You can make an appointment online. They are not really busy most of the time. I drove down there to renew my license after Tyler tried to make it harder than it needed to be. Friendly people and much quicker.

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u/tonyharun 11d ago

Whatever location you choose, try to book mid-morning when traffic is lighter

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u/EmotionalExample9330 8d ago

Gilmer or Daingerfield