
ABLE 2 Driving School, Inc.

Information about ABLE 2 Driving School, Inc.
13208, Syracuse
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-18h
- tuesday: 9h-18h
- wednesday: 9h-18h
- thursday: 9h-17h
- friday: 9h-17h
- saturday: 8h-12h
Able 2 Driving School provides private driving lessons, five-hour pre-licensing class, six-hour defensive driving class and driver's education services to the Syracuse, NY area.
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about ABLE 2 Driving School, Inc.:
ABLE 2 Driving School, Inc. is renowned for providing an exceptional learning experience for new drivers. Many users rave about the professionalism and patience of the instructors like Glenn, Jason, and Mick, highlighting their ability to instill confidence in students nervous about driving. The school has been credited for its well-maintained vehicles, comprehensive lessons, and supportive staff who genuinely care about their students' success.
Positive aspects noted by users include:
- Highly professional and knowledgeable instructors.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate students' needs.
- A well-structured curriculum that prepares students thoroughly for their road tests.
- Effective communication and timely responses from office staff.
- Great for building confidence, especially for those with anxiety about driving.
While the school receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, some users have reported minor frustrations such as scheduling conflicts, a notable focus on additional lessons, and variable instructor feedback at times. However, these experiences seem to be exceptions rather than the norm.
Overall, ABLE 2 Driving School is highly recommended for anyone looking to get their driver’s license and drive confidently after providing a supportive learning environment and comprehensive preparation for real-world driving.
ABLE 2 Driving School, Inc.: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I recently took driving lessons at ABLE 2 Driving School and had a fantastic experience with Instructor Glenn. From the beginning, Glenn was professional, patient, and very knowledgeable, making sure I felt comfortable behind the wheel. The car provided for the lessons was in excellent condition, easy to drive, and equipped with all the necessary features. Glenn was great at explaining each step of the driving process, from basic controls to more advanced techniques, which made me feel confident and prepared. Overall, I highly recommend to anyone looking to get their license. The combination of a well-maintained vehicle and an experienced instructor like Glenn made the learning process smooth and stress-free. Attach
Ebel, thank you for the kind words and we are all very happy for you. Congrats and be safe!
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience here, would highly recommend! I was on a time crunch and needed to get my license soon, and they were able to accommodate me in a creative way. Jason especially is a great coach , he’s thoughtful , kind , and is great at teaching the techniques who goes out and beyond to help his students . He even showed me a satellite picture of what a particular turn would look like. 10/10 experience
Penny, we are all very happy for you! Congrats and be safe out there!
Negative experience: Too overly dramatic and over exaggerated on how most driving lessons were done. They try to have to make you get and purchase more lessons than you have to.
We are sorry you feel this way but we do have an obligation to make sure students not only pass the road test but are safe after they pass. We wish you the best!
Fantastic experience: Muy complacido con estas clases de manejo además esencial para poderse presentar a la prueba practica.
Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Jim did a great job teaching the 6 hour course!
Fantastic experience: I have officially passed my road test with the help of able 2 driving school I would have not been able to pass it on my own without them!!! 2021 was the start of me coming to able 2 driving school help with my “horrendous driving skills” at the time I wasn’t the best driver. I didn’t have the confidence, courage, bravery back then. I wouldn’t be were I i’m today if it wasn’t for all these amazing driving instructors I’ve had over the years! I passed my road test on the first try! I wanna give a huge shout out to Art and many others that’s made it possible for me. And that has helped me through out the years on my driving! Thank you!!
Congrats Michelle! We are all so happy for you! Be safe out there!
Negative experience: The hands-on driving lesson was really great!!! I love the coach, he's patient, and nice. I've never thought about I can drive in busy streets with confidence at the first time driving in my life. The experience was really good! But I want to talk about 5-hour pre-licensing course here, don't get me wrong, it's the one online. Before the lesson, they send me a really long email with how strict the rules will be for this course, well I guess that's fair, since this class is a DMV required. But the worst thing is, I literally accommodate my entire day schedule for this shit, and I first joined the class around 4:25pm (the class starts at 4:30), I stayed in there for about 20 minutes until 4:45, there was a tab poped up saying Zoom application not responding, which I think happen really often, and I have to opt out, then go back into the meeting right? I went back into the waiting room of the meeting on 4:46, literally the next minute cuz I checked the time. I wait until 4:56 and still wasn't letted in, I started wondering why, and then called their service number. They were saying that the instructor won't let me in anymore because I missed too much. Of course that's not my problem, and their service agent is happy to reschedule me to another time, but the instructor's arrogance was really disgusting. All he said was "it didn't pop up on my screen, and he missed too much". Well, I joined back into the waiting room 30 seconds after, he didn't let me in for next 10 minutes and saying "I" am the fault of missing too much. Funny
I am sorry this happened but as you stated you actually were in the waiting room at 4:46pm which is too late. The comment of the arrogance of the instructor is baffling as you were never in the class so you never heard from the instructor. I am glad the office staff was able to reschedule you to another class so promptly.
Negative experience: I got 9 classes from able2. I am listing the pros and cons below. pros: 1. Mike Masella is a good instructor. Cons: 1. Cars are very old and dangerous 2. They say it is one hour class, but they never did cross 45 minutes 3. They change the instructors, and their teaching patterns are completely different (and sometimes contradictory ) from each other. 4. There is a long queue if you want to ever change your day 5. They told me over and over again that I would need more classes, but when at the end I told them that I would not take any more class from them, suddenly they were ok with me giving exams with their car. I suspect this is a way to keep customers. I learnt much more from practicing with my friends car, and gave exam at the time when they told me that I am not ready and passed.
I am sorry you feel this way but other than Mike being a good instructor and the long queue being the middle of the summer all the rest of the claims are false. However, we are very happy you passed your road test and wish you the best.
Fantastic experience: Where do I even begin!!! I’ve been with Mick the whole summer here and there taking lessons and he’s by far the best instructor EVER!!! He made me feel beyond confident, he makes you feel relaxed a confident EVERY TIME you’re behind the wheel!! I have the absolute WORST anxiety ever and boy did he make me comfortable behind the wheel!! I HIGHLY recommend him as your instructor I passed my road test first time around with little to any mistakes!!!! Mick when you see this thank you so so so much, your out here changing lives I couldn’t be more happy that I got to meet you and learn from you!!! After 22 years I’m finally able to confidently say I’m ready to drive !!! Thank you to all the AMAZING staff, they are beyond understanding and motivational!! Overall best experience ever and I HIGHLYY RECOMMEND!! Thank you all again I’ll never forget Able 2 Driving School ❤️
Fantastic experience: They are an amazing and caring team over at Able 2! They were patient, informative and extremely helpful. Everyone was polite and accommodating too! They helped me with all my weak areas and helped me gain more confidence behind the wheel. I highly recommend taking your lessons here! You will not be disappointed and you will be ready for the road!
Fantastic experience: I recommend ABLE2 Driving School to anyone who wanted to learn how to drive with confidence. Thankful to my instructor Art for the patience and teaching me how to drive. I had no experience in driving vehicle at all and nervous. Thanks for helping me become a confident driver and removed my driving anxiety. I passed my road test in Watertown on the first time. Overall , it was a great service and amazing driving school. THANK YOU EVERYONE.
Fantastic experience: I had a hard time with driving and parents not willing to teach me. We called able told them where I was struggling and set up a lesson plan that worked for me. Mick was my Driving Instructor great guy and very knowledgeable on the road, even gave me some tips that helped me get a grip on driving quickly. If I had to get my license again for any reason I would definitely go through ABLE 2.
Fantastic experience: I write to recommend ABLE 2 driving school to anyone who needs to build their confidence in driving and gain the exact experience needed to pass the road test. I spent years away from the road and came back to NY with an expired license. I took the 5-hour class and that's when I realized this business was going to be helpful in getting me to pass. So I booked a lesson. Art was great, non-judgmental, and cleared me to get the road test. The day of the test, we had another private lesson and reviewed the parallel parking which was of utmost concern. The way they taught me was precise and I passed my test that day! I came back to tell Jason (the owner) that I would recommend his business to anyone who needed it. And here I am writing this review. GO WITH ABLE 2 DRIVING SCHOOL! The staff is professional, helpful, and they really do remove the anxiety associated with poor driving. They give specific tips you won't know on your own (like the YouTube video that follows the Syracuse road test), parallel parking in a small vs. bigger car, when to just let go of the brake or use the accelerator correctly, where to scan your eyes during the test, etc. TOTALLY WORTH the 2-courses and car rental. I PASSED! THANK YOU Art and the rest of the team!
Fantastic experience: I just got my license kinda late in my life and everyone there was very patient and friendly. I don't have a car yet and there is an affordable package that includes using the car you practice in for the test. Definitely recommend this school
Negative experience: I was told I have to take a drive lesson and pay $245 dollars just for lessons to take a road test
Shaeem, I am sorry you don't like our prices/policies but we must evaluate a student before they can rent one of our cars for the road test. We are not a car rental agency and want to make sure students are safe and capable of being safe if they pass the road test. One lesson ($80) for the evaluation and then if the instructor says you are ready we do a warm-up lesson ($80) the day of the road test and the road test rental ($85) for a total of $245. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: I was a successful example who learnt driving vehicle in Able2 Driving School in Syracuse NY. Jason's sincerely arrangement and Darryll instructed me technique to easier passed my driving road test, I learnt 5 lessons I could got my driver license within 50days! I recommend if anyone want to apply driver license, whatever they have driver license holder to guild their driving learning, find Able2 Driving School help for your application, 5 hours course certificate, and learnt how to get hints to easy passed road test are helps for save time and get more technique for safety drive. Good luck!
Fantastic experience: I did a number of lessons with Mike, Glenn, and Mick and felt so well supported through the process of learning to drive. Everyone in the office was so patient with me to getting lessons set up so I felt well prepared. I passed my test on the first try and couldn't have done it without them. THANK YOU!
Fantastic experience: Place is amazing, highly recommend. Shout out to Darrel for helping me pass my drivers test, amazing Instructor.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful instructors who are kind and knowledgeable. Signing my teen very soon!!!! Thanks Guys!!!!!
Fantastic experience: Recently had Darryl for a total of 10 lessons, very patient and kind and made me look forward to the weekly lessons and eventually helped me in getting my license. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Thank you to everyone at this school ! I passed my Road Test on the second try unfortunately I got too nervous on the first attempt . My instructor mike that I did the 9 lessons with wasn’t able to take me to my second test I believe Glenn took me for my warm up lesson and test today so a special thank you to both Mike and Glenn , & also Jason in charge of scheduling the lessons and road Tests and the people that call to remind students of their lessons.
Tiffany, thank you for the kind words and we are very happy for you! Be safe out there!
Fantastic experience: Just a few words *** The best school The best instructor ever , highly recommend for you get the skills that you need to drive safely ***
Negative experience: My 5-hr Instructor was very rude and passive aggressive, I understand that its a class but still. People had no cameras on and were unmuted but I was outed out cause my dog had jumped on me (I removed her the second he told me too) but this didn't stop it, he proceeded Tell me this was my final warning?? cause my camera wasn't as low as he wanted it to be and if we were gonna have a problem? He wasn't respectful and was out of line to the way he was talking to people and to me as well.
Fantastic experience: I bought the $455 lesson package (5 lessons + 1 road test rental) and took all my lessons under Mike. He is an amazing teacher and worked with me to cover my weak spots. I was so impressed, I bought an extra lesson before my road test. Overall, I definitely recommend this school.
Fantastic experience: I am so grateful for ABLE 2 Drive. When I called them I wasn’t sure I was gonna be able to do it, I was a nervous wreck! The whole team gave me so much hope and assurance. They worked with me and prepared me for the best and the worst. The day of my test Me and My Instructor cracked a few jokes to shake my nerves and put me in happier spirits. Wellllllll….. it worked!!!!!! I PASSED!!!!! I am forever grateful to the ABLE 2 DRIVING SCHOOL TEAM for their love and definitely their support. THANKKKKK YOUUUU!!!!!!!! I highly recommend giving them a try.
Fantastic experience: This is the greatest place to learn how to drive and pass your road test len the driving instructor who gave me my lessons is so supportive and a very nice person all the staff at able 2 drive are very nice and helpful.
Fantastic experience: Able II is a great driving school that helped my daughter pass her test on the first try! Highly recommend using Able II for driving lessons. Great people, very friendly and awesome teachers!
Fantastic experience: Able 2 was awesome when I got my license in 2016.! If it wasn’t for mark and Steve idk what I’d do.!! Thanks sm for helping me with my driving lessons mark and Steve are the best driving teachers hands down.!! :) I highly recommend and thanks to the state for helping pay for my lessons.! :)
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend their service. I took the private lesson and 5-hour course here and Mike was a good instructor!
Fantastic experience: I just passed the driving test! I brought the rental for the road test and six private lessons. I got what I paid for. My first session did not go as I had hoped because I wanted to switch instructors(for reasons). Jason (the owner) called and reassured me that I could switch instructors! In which I did, and got Jim! He was fantastic; he constantly answered any questions I had and taught me how to parallel park (which I hated), and some more important stuff. Overall, I heartily endorse this location and my driving teacher, Jim, to any kid who intends to take their road test in the near future.
Fantastic experience: I will love and recommend this school forever now especially to adults because of how amazing they were every step of the way with me. The owner, Jason Rockwell, addressed any and every issue I had. I was lucky enough for him to be my instructor and I am forever grateful that he took me on because he was sooooo knowledgeable and professional and friendly he genuinely treated me with so much kindness, patience, and respect throughout every single interaction, question, and hesitancy I had. I loved our lessons because we would talk about some hilarious stuff and he always kept my nerves as low as possible. He never talked to or treated me like I was dumb when I asked a thousand questions or messed something up repeatedly. He taught me so many cool tips and tricks and I think part of me is going to hear his voice in my head every time I park my car ever again lol. Also, because of how amazing and patient he was with me, I was able to pass my road test on my FIRST try at 25 years old having grown up in NYC that was a BIG deal for me! He is awesome. Period. And also I just want to add that Donna at the front is so kind and sweet and helpful as well, she made the whole experience great too and I enjoyed seeing her as well when i would come in. Its bittersweet bc they're so awesome I passed and I'm happy but I will miss this place. <3 Im taking my 6 hour defensive driving here as well and am looking forward to it. Coming from someone who is as picky as me, this place is the real deal! :)
Haneen, I am sorry you feel this way but we all teach the same material as we follow a lesson plan although the approach/personality may be different for each instructor. Glenn was unable to take you on your second lesson and instead of canceling you last minute, another instructor agreed to take you. As far as the payment is concerned company protocol is to pay the package in full at the time of scheduling. I agreed to allow you to pay 1/2 at scheduling and the remaining at the 2nd lesson. When you called to pay it at the 3rd lesson I did agree to that, however the secretary(who by the way is in her 20's) was following protocol as it was not changed in your file. I do apologize for the miscommunication.
Fantastic experience: When I was a teen my mom paid full packages for me and my older sister. My older sister only learned though the classes and has never been in a crash, I learned though friends and had my fair share of incidents but after taking these lessons I did great and passed my first try at my road tests. It’s been years but I’m happy to say I just paid for my little sister to take these classes too, she learned from her friends and is a very scary driver. She didn’t listen, got a car, and crashed within two weeks of having her car so hoping able driving will help her so she never gets in an accident like that again and can pass her test so she drives with a license instead of a permit! Just thought I’d give 5 stars for how nice the staff are and the good communication between them!
Fantastic experience: Darryl greatly helped me on the journey to get my license. I really don't think I would have passed without his guidance. Thanks!
Fantastic experience: I recently got my license and Steve was the best instructor, very patient with me and really cared about me passing.Gave me really good advice, Overall great experience.
Fantastic experience: Both of my teens passed their road test on the first try and I give credit to Jason (5hr course and lesson) with my first child, and then Jason (5 hr) and Glen (lesson) for my second. Both fantastic and personable instructors. Specifically with my younger daughter who took the test yesterday, she said that what Glen taught her during their lesson helped her achieve a near perfect score on the road test. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: If someone in your family needs professional and personal attention in order to improve their driving skills, this is the place to go. Raven and Jason were amazing . They answered numerous questions even when no one in my family was paying for lessons. Please see their web page, and know for $20 you can purchase video lessons and brief written material to help you or a family member become a better driver. However, I recommend you also obtain some actual lessons with Glenn , one of the instructors. Glenn showed again and again that having an experienced teacher was definitely worth the money. The individuals here really want to help your family or yourself satisfy DMV requirements and pass that road test. Glenn, Jason and Raven give 100 percent and more for their customers.
Fantastic experience: Took about 10 courses here, Passed my road test.All the instructors are awesome. They have great driving skills and they are very patient. Great experience overall!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this company to anyone that is struggling with confidence to get their license. I have nothing bad to say about this company or the team at Able 2 Driving School. Thanks to Jason the manager and my driving instructor, he has helped me get over my fear or worry about driving. I can't thank him enough for everything he has done. I have also completed my 5 hour driving course with Able and would highly recommend as well. Overall, schedule your first lesson now.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommended. I was a nervous and anxious driver at the start so bought ten lessons. Steve is an amazing, calm instructor and I became more and more confident with each lesson. I passed the road test today and would recommend Able 2 Driving School to anyone, no matter how you feel about driving!
Fantastic experience: Kathy is an amazing instructor!! Very helpful & encouraging and I ended up passing my test I would recommend Able 2 Drive bc they teach you exactly what you need to do to pass.
Thank you for the kind words and congratulations on passing your road test!
Fantastic experience: My daughter had been driving with a permit for a while when I decided I didn't want to teach her how to parallel park. lol I signed her up with Able for one of their packages that included the lessons, the 5-hour course, the appointment and the instructor to bring her to the road test. I figure when it came down to the point where she was ready to get her license, learning from someone other than a relative was the way to go. Everyone is the office is professional and courteous. They are helpful, organized, and get back to you in a timely manner every time. My daughter loved her instructor, Mike, and enjoyed going every week. Mike did a great job, as she passed her road test today! She was very emotional after the test because the person who conducted the test was less than friendly. She had thought for sure she had failed. Jason took the time to check on it before we did and called with the good news. He made her day. Putting in the extra effort like that is why I would recommend Able to anyone who is considering driving lessons. (I have twins turning 16 in August. Get ready guys!) A big thanks to Mike for teaching her, Jason for being great, and the girls for being so nice and helpful. Thank you! : )
Positive experience: The people who work here are nice enough and my son liked his instructor, however, if I had it to do over again, I'd keep my money. We dropped just shy of $700 with the end result being my son failing his test which I could have accomplished for free. Further, this school no longer picks up and drops off (which they say is due to COVID, but c'mon). consequently, you wind up spending hours of your own time shuttling your kid back-and-forth to driving school at inconvenient times for people with jobs. One last thing I'll mention is that I felt a little "bate-and-switched" on having to buy an extra lesson. I bought one of their packages, and as part of the package, the deal was that they would take him to his test. When it came time to schedule the road test, they informed me that we had "used all of his lessons" and I would have to buy another one. It seems to me they should have told me that when I was scheduling his "last" lesson and wasn't going for the road test. Perhaps this was an honest mistake, but if other people reading this have the same experience, then it is just a way to squeeze a few more pennies out of their customers. I suppose had he passed, I likely wouldn't be mentioning it as I would have seen the time and money as worth it. However, I am down several hundred dollars and 12 hours of my own time taking him to and from school, and have nothing to show for it. Bottom line: If you have no way to teach your kid yourself, or dropping $700 for possibly no actual benefit doesn't faze you, then I suppose this isn't a terrible option. For me, I have one more kid who will need a license in a few years, and I'll teach him myself.
I appreciate your feedback and am sorry that your son failed his road test. I feel I need to reply to clarify. I know you didn't give me your sons name but I know who it is as he is the only student to fail in our last 20 road tests. Our pass rate for our students on their first try annually is between 75% and 85%. We obviously would like it to be 100% but that is impossible as we can't take the road test for the student. If a student takes the road test with us a second time it is nearly 100%. As far as us not picking students up in Syracuse, that did start when COVID guidelines came out and we decided as a company to keep that permanent as it is better for the students, instructors and as a business as a whole since all road test sites involve city type environments. You are not going to achieve the same type of road test situations in the suburbs or rural areas. When a student enrolls with our company they know ahead of time we don't pickup and we ask when times are most convenient for you. As far as the "bait and switch" comment I am sorry you feel that way but our goal is to make the students safe on the road and help them pass their road test. The instructor noted he told your son and whoever picked him up after the 4th lesson he was going to need more lessons and they both agreed. We then scheduled 2 weeks out to give time for him to practice on his own to hopefully limit the amount of extra lessons needed. We continued with the 5th lesson and were notified he was not going to take more lessons but was going to practice more on his own. Once I received the call to schedule the road test we did so and suggested he take the warm up lesson but it would cost $65 which is a discounted rate. If you didn't want to take it you could have told us but we highly recommended it. Once again I am sorry he failed but to say we didn't hold up our end of the bargain is not correct. I have spoken with his instructor and office staff to see if I am missing something or we dropped the ball with communicating the extra lessons needed but everything was noted correctly. Once again I am sorry you feel this way and good luck with your other son.
Fantastic experience: Joining Able 2 Driving School is one of the best decisions I have ever made. My instructor was very patient with me and helped me calm and boosted my confidence before the test. The classes here are not just to get the license; but I learned to be a careful driver on the road. The instructor(s) were very considerate. As an international student here they helped me get familiar with the road rules of US. And the mandatory 5-hour online class was also very helpful to understand the driving rules. It's a great investment if you are new to driving here.
We are very happy for you and congratulations! Be safe!
Fantastic experience: I was "Able to" pass the road test because of kind and excellent classes. The instructor was considerate for me, as a foreigner, to understand and acquire well. And the obligaroty 5-hour online class also very helped me understand the driving rules of the US. Rather than suffering alone, choosing this school was my best choice.
Fantastic experience: This Is Such An Amazing School! They’re very professional and have great communication in terms of scheduling lessons and reminding you of your appointments. I passed my road test on my second try I’d like to give a huge thank you to the driving instructor Glenn he’s very professional and gives amazing instructions and give you his full attention during lessons. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get their driver’s license.
Thank you for the nice review. We definitely try to do our absolute best! Congrats!
Fantastic experience: Well I have read the reviews here and I feel some people just want to be negative about it from my experienced. I had a great experience and instructor which her name is Kathy was very helpful and patiently help me with everything I needed to learn very informative and positive. I enjoyed the great experience and I will totally recommend it to anyone looking to learn how to drive correctly or to pass your driving test. Great people and very professional need help go to them no doubt.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We try our very best to help everyone with their driving needs. Unfortunately, with some people's requests that is not possible. Glad to hear you had a great experience just like most of our students!
Fantastic experience: I was promptly processed and enjoyed the instructor. The entrance is to the right of M&T bank if you are walking or taking the bus. Overall the staff were courteous and helpful.
Thank you for the positive feedback. We definitely try to make everyone's experience enjoyable.
Fantastic experience: I just want to say how much l appreciate the service of your driving school. My instructor was very patient with me. If ever you need a driving school in Cortland give Able2Driving School a call.
Thanks Cherice! Congrats on passing your road test!
Negative experience: I'm sure people have had great experiences here, but I want to represent another perspective from my demographic... As someone who doesn't have much access to a car outside of lessons (and has some fears about driving), I didn't experience enough patience from my driving instructors. Other factors may have been at play. The five-hour class was fine.
Positive experience: I spoke to Jason he assured me that the next class will be full and I will be able to take it. He was very helpful. I have read the reviews and everyone really enjoys this class.
Cyndi, there is nothing we can do about the lack of people signing up for the class. I think between the NYS Fair and the holiday weekend people didn't want want to sit through a course. Also, we did call everyone on the list to let them know about the cancelled class. Per our records we left a message on your voicemail regarding the cancelled class. The next class will not be cancelled as we have already met the required minimum.
Fantastic experience: Took driver ed here about 10 years ago. I believe my instructors name was sean. He was professional, knowledgeable and very funny. He was a great teacher and 10 years later I'm still accident free.
Fantastic experience: I had decided to get my license as a college graduation gift for myself. I had gotten the RT-3 package and was able to feel ready in no time. All of their instructors are heavily invested in your success and are knowledgeable about driving rules. They have given me a lot of helpful tips that no longer make me fearful behind the wheel.
Fantastic experience: Able to drive school was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I was in a bad car accident over 10 years ago and wanted to shake off the anxiety and get more comfortable driving. I paid for the highest package that they had available and I would recommend it for anyone who really wants their license. The experience, the communication and the staff were nothing short of amazing! They helped me, taught me and made me a better driver. I passed my road test today all in thanks to Able to drive! Steve was a great teacher! Showed me the ropes and I couldn’t be more thankful! Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely the most positive driving experience I've ever had the pleasure of undertaking. As someone who struggles every day with clinical anxiety, the calm and controlled nature of the course was worth every penny. I came to Able 2 Driving School after having not driven for 3 years. I was somewhat in practice because I was forklift certified at the job I had at the time, but a forklift does not compare to a car. Due to my mental situation, stress is something that I don't have an easy time dealing with, especially in a short amount of time. My instructor kept a positive, calm demeanor even when I was struggling at my worst. I STRONGLY recommend going to Able 2 Driving School and going the extra mile for the road test package. A new driver will 100% leave with all the skills necessary to get out on the road alone. 5 stars, I'd give six if I could.
Fantastic experience: Very good and helpful!
Fantastic experience: This was probably the best investment ever. I was shy of my 30th birthday when I began taking lessons. I had recently relocated from NYC where i relied on public trans. I needed to get my license ASAP. I cannot emphasize this enough! This will be the best driving school you’ll find. The instructors are emphatic, honest and wonderful teachers. In a few lessons—certainly less than I originally expected—I was able to obtain my license. The part I am most thankful for—in addition to the actual lessons—it’s that your taught the importance of being a vigilant driver. Classes here are not just to pass your license; instead you learn how to be a practical, respectful and careful driver while on the road. I would encourage anyone to take lessons, and pay for the road test package. I was so nervous when i started taking lessons and within a couple of weeks I became a confident driver. Thank you Jason and Mike! The able 2 driving school team is fantastic and super accommodating. A true gem.
Fantastic experience: Jason is a great instructor who gives you his full attention during lessons. He was patient and very accommodating of my inflexible schedule. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get a driver's license in Syracuse!
Fantastic experience: This school was excellent! Prompt and professional communication in terms of scheduling lessons, and my daughter (Who had failed her first test) passed on her second try after 4 lessons with able2drive. Additionally, the improvement in her skills while we practiced together was so evident. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Both our kids took lessons from Able 2 Driving School. A friend of ours recommended Able 2 and we were not disappointed. Cathy was the instructor most recently for most of the lessons. She was a great instructor and we could tell that there was a rapid improvement in both driving skill and driving confidence. Passing the road test on the first try is a testament to how well Cathy and Jason prepare their teenage students. I would highly recommend Able 2! Especially to parents of new, young drivers!
Fantastic experience: I personally had little experience driving before I started taking lessons at Able 2 driving school. Once I started taking lessons, I was introduced to many techniques that helped me systematically think about how to drive and what to do on the road. Now, I am a licensed and confident driver!
Fantastic experience: My daughter took a driving package. Jason was her instructor. I can’t believe his patience and professionalism. She passed her test on the first try and I feel confident she was taught correctly. I also can’t say enough about the office staff. Very professional with timely responses to questions. Thank you Able 2!!
Fantastic experience: I took my 6hr defensive driving class here to renew my insurance reduction. Jim makes the class very interactive. The day goes by quickly and with everyone participating it doesn't feel like you are just being told the same old information.
Fantastic experience: Very professional and practical. Good quality in lessons and respectful. Thank you so much.
Thank you Liamna. We are very happy with your success with ABLE 2. Be safe!
Positive experience: I think one on one driving instruction is better than high school where you have 4 kids in the car.
Gregg we agree with you 100%.
Fantastic experience: Was driving for a little over a month and was not progressing much with my turns, maneuvers, and oversized driving capabilities. I’m in college and didn’t have much money or time for the full span of lessons&training but I decided to pay for 2 driving lessons. Best decision I ever made! Jason my instructor was really nice and a great instructor. Never yelled at me once (even when I accidentally pressed the gas instead of the brake while doing 3 point turn lol), he taught me a better steering method and step by step of how to do the required 3 point turn and parallel parking for the road test. I instantly became a better and more confident driver after those two lessons and passed my road test I had just an hour after my last lesson with Jason. The staff here were also very kind and welcoming, even called to remind me of my lessons. If you’re like me and want to learn how to drive quickly and with quality instructors I highly recommend Able 2 Driving school. Thanks for listening to my Ted Talk!
Fantastic experience: I took the 5hr here and it was great! The instructor was very friendly and helpful! The class was really informative and I felt very prepared for my road test. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Got me from failing 3 times to passing without points off. The instructor was very patient and kind. Excellent choice.
Fantastic experience: Craig was such a great teacher for the 5 hour course. I literally thought I would be sleeping half way through that class but he made it as entertaining as it could be. Thank you so much! Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: I took the 5 hour class in Auburn and it was actually useful. At times it was even fun. I wasn't expecting that. My brother took driving lessons and he passed the road test first try. I have to say they did a good job.
Negative experience: Able 2 Drive is contracted with Cicero North Syracuse school district for drivers ed. Do NOT waste your money $550 for drivers Ed and the instructors sleep on the job don’t answer easy questions by the customer (the kids “learning” to drive). They are not worth the money they are unprofessional and a waste of money that you could take a 5 hour course and get the same 10% discount with your insurance company. My kid did not learn anything. I kept asking her didn’t they teach you that I. Drivers ed and the answer. Is no!!! I can’t say enough about how disappointed I am to have hyped drivers ed from my experience (20 plus years ago) to what she experienced. Laurie kline.
This is an absolute outrageous claim. My instructors would NEVER fall asleep during the job as that would put the students and the instructor themselves at risk. Why would they risk the students and their own lives at risk? As far as they didn't learn anything that is another outrageous claim. We have a set curriculum that we follow along with a midterm and a final exam. If they didn't learn anything they would not have passed the final exam and would have failed the program. Our curriculum includes basic car control, rules of the road, lane changing, claiming the intersection, city driving, highway driving, 3 Point Turns, Parallel Parking along with going above the state requirements by showing them how to back into parking spots and actually putting up the hood and showing them the engine compartment. All of our instructors and myself included are all very offended by this claim and are considering contacting our lawyers regarding defamation of character.
Fantastic experience: Took 6hr Defensive DrIving class last Sunday. This is my 2nd time taking class with ABLE2 in past 3 years. The presenter John did an excellent job knew how to get our attention. Asked good questions. As an FYI My husband did online class couple of years back and said the class was longer. He wouldn’t take online class again so he went to ABLE2. Thanks!
Negative experience: Inconsiderate receptionist! Wow so rude!!
I was here when you made the call and my receptionist was responding to your question and the phone disconnected. She tried calling you back but could not get through. I apologize for the disconnect but that is the phone companies problem. Nobody here is rude or inconsiderate!
Negative experience: Scheduled a 5 hour pre license course a week early, showed up and was told the class was full. That someone who didn’t prescheduled just walked in. I work 2 jobs so scheduling is difficult as it is, but paying for a 500 driving package just to have your spot given away is ridiculous.
Cullen you were not allowed in the class because you were late and by NYS Regulations we can't let you in after 9:00am. When students sign up for the class whether a package student or just someone taking the class they are told to arrive at the class AT LEAST 15 minutes early and must bring their photo permit. I am sorry you feel this way but this is the NYS Regulation and not ours. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Great place for a 5-hour pre-licensing course! The course is fun and interactive. The instructor John is a great teacher and has a good experience. Anyone looking for a 5-hour pre-licensing course should choose Able2drive school. I recently completed my course there!
Negative experience: Yeah it might be a great place to get your 5 hours at, but don’t accidentally walk in to the office with a simple question and have the lady working there give you the nastiest look and not even want to help... thanks
Can you please tell me when and where this happened? All of my office staff are very accommodating and professional. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Glenn is superb instructor and teaches what exactly needed to be a good driver and to pass the road test and I will surely suggest Able 2 to all my friends and colleagues.
Fantastic experience: Had Steve's 5 hour class in Watertown. Totally didn't need to invest himself as much as he did, but I'm glad he did. He put in the effort to make the state curriculum interesting and interactive. Thank's for going above and beyond for our class.
Fantastic experience: They are amazing people I never had in issue with them. I took 4 driving lessons and the required 5 hour course and I'm planning on taking the 6hour defensive course and a couple more driving lessons before my exam!!
Fantastic experience: Excellent!
Fantastic experience: My instructor Mike is nice and experienced, so is Ron.
Negative experience: They literally called and canceled my lesson 15 minutes before it was supposed to start...
Fantastic experience: My instructor was very good. I had the same guy for the 5 hour class and learned a lot.
Fantastic experience: My driving instructor was a retired truck driver, the classes were educational and helpful.
Fantastic experience: Excellent attention and good teachers ,you enjoy the class with them .
Fantastic experience: Mike is a very good instructor. I tried two other schools before Able 2 Driving School, this is definitely the best.
Fantastic experience: Great place to take the 5 hour pre-licensing course. David was very informative and made the experience fun. Highly recommended!
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