So you want to learn how to drive and get your license in New York, but youâre not sure where to start? We here at Gersh Drivers Ed have broken the process down for you in a few simple steps. Step One: Get Your Learnerâs Permit A learnerâs permit is a legal document that allows
At Gersh Drivers Ed we value all kinds of learners, and provide a variety of different supports through our extended program. One of the most exciting components of our extended program is the driving simulator. What is a Driving Simulator? A driving simulator is a device that replicates the aspects of driving without ever having
Summer is here, and school is out, but that doesnât mean driving practice has to stop! In fact, you may even have more opportunities to practice in the summer. Here are some tips for how to keep your new driver practicing. Summer is a perfect time to take a road trip! If your family is
Driving is a great way to get yourself from point A to point B, but driving alone all the time can be quite lonely. However, passengers can be a distraction for a driver, and prove quite dangerous at times, especially for a neurodiverse driver. Whether youâre worried youâll be too distracted by your friend telling
Schoolâs out for the summer, and so is your licensed teenager! Theyâre on the road heading off to pool parties, beach weekends, and late night hang outs. In the summer, more teens are on the road than any other time of the year, and unfortunately that means it is also the deadliest time of the
What is Neurodiversity? Here at Gersh Drivers Ed, we feature a unique program we call our âExtended Program.â The Extended Program is designed to help the aspiring driver who needs a little bit extra than your average program typically provides. So who are the students we typically cater to? Neurodiversity Defined Youâve likely heard the
Being pulled over by a police officer is a scary experience for any driver, and even more so for someone who is neurodivergent. The bright flashing lights and loud siren associated with being stopped. Being forced to wait for what can seem like an anxiety-filled eternity for the police officer to walk over to the car. Uncomfortable requested eye contact. All of these can easily trigger a neurodivergent driver.
Winter is coming, and itâs important for all drivers to be prepared for the bad weather it brings with it. This can especially help drivers on the autism spectrum, as winter driving at times requires in-the-moment decisions and can cause some heightened anxiety. If the weather is truly fearsome, it may be best to reschedule
The short answer is yes, there are no laws against people on the autism spectrum driving. In fact, 1 in 3 adolescents with ASD without intellectual disability get licensed by 21 years old. Is it safe? Yes, newly licensed drivers on the spectrum have a crash rate similar to their neurotypical counterparts. But they are