Michael Anderson

Driving Test Coach

Michael is a former driving instructor with 15+ years of experience preparing first-time drivers for the California DMV permit and behind-the-wheel tests. His articles focus on test-taking strategy and real-world driving skills.

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Articles by Michael Anderson (7)

California Motorcycle License (Class M): The Complete Guide (2026)

California Motorcycle License (Class M): The Complete Guide (2026)

Get your California Class M motorcycle license: M1 vs M2, CMSP, helmet law, lane splitting, the skills test, and current 2026 fees and timeline.

Texas Driver's License Issue Date

Texas Driver's License Issue Date

Your Texas driver's license issue date is labeled "ISS" on the front of the card, right next to the expiration date. Here is what every abbreviation means.

Most Commonly Missed California Permit Test Questions

Most Commonly Missed California Permit Test Questions

The most commonly missed California permit test questions, explained — right-of-way, BAC, hill parking, school buses, and more. Read this before you test.

Free California DMV Practice Test in Arabic (الاختبار الكتابي بالعربية)

Free California DMV Practice Test in Arabic (الاختبار الكتابي بالعربية)

Free California DMV practice test in Arabic. 80+ real questions in Arabic with right-to-left layout, full translations, and explanations. Start now — no signup.

Driving Performance Evaluation Score Explained

Driving Performance Evaluation Score Explained

The California DPE score sheet (DL-955) explained: how each maneuver is scored, what passes, how to read your sheet after the test, and what to drill for the retest.

Read this article before using smartphone while driving

Read this article before using smartphone while driving

Smartphones for sure are lifesavers. With their increased capacity in terms of processors, storage capacity so on, you can use a smartphone like a real laptop. But there is a downside to this story. A...

DMV Behind The Wheel Test Scoring Criteria

DMV Behind The Wheel Test Scoring Criteria

You must prepare DMV Behind The Wheel Test.  Before you begin your driving test, the DMV examiner will ask you to show some vehicle and driver safety items. If an item listed in the checklist on ...