13 Reviews

American Driving School

Manchester, Connecticut
Reviews
Saranya Sahaa
22 Apr 2018
REPORT
I attended 8 hrs course it was good. However the administrator who was in the office was biased and his behavior was racial towards Asians. This attitude of treating people based on their race is not ... Read More
I attended 8 hrs course it was good. However the administrator who was in the office was biased and his behavior was racial towards Asians. This attitude of treating people based on their race is not acceptable. Every human being deserves equal treatment and respect irrespective of the race they belong. Read Less
Javaughn Balies
29 Jan 2018
REPORT
Very good driving school I did my 30 hours at this school, then they let me do my driving test at the school and I passed on the first try.
Abhijith Ramalingaiah
3 Nov 2017
REPORT
I found this for my 8hrs safety n awareness class, as closer for my house. Trainer was well experienced, I must say he had very worthy nice points although u may find many online videos. And coming to... Read More
I found this for my 8hrs safety n awareness class, as closer for my house. Trainer was well experienced, I must say he had very worthy nice points although u may find many online videos. And coming to behind the wheels, trust me I just took very few classes as I did drove in my past. If u just work on his directions n practice over weekend, you all set for DMV road test. I personally felt he his a great instructor by his passion towards his job n from his yrs of experience. Very cool gentleman by person and his guidance much worth appreciated than renting, w/o cross eye for correction & taking attempts in DMV n waiting long, especially if you don't have. It was nice but short time Mr.Claudio. saying bye for now, with my CT DL(not a easy 1) at first attempt. Read Less
Faisal Beg
27 Oct 2017
REPORT
Claudio is nice and friendly. He gives confidence in driving even when I was nervous.
shakir hussain
27 Sep 2017
REPORT
There are many reasons Claudio is the best driving instructor around the area. I was a very nervous driver and never drove in my life. Claudio understood that and worked with me. He was extremely pati... Read More
There are many reasons Claudio is the best driving instructor around the area. I was a very nervous driver and never drove in my life. Claudio understood that and worked with me. He was extremely patient and never lost his cool even if i made blunders. This is very important as it helped me get confident. I passed my road test after several behind the wheels lessons (each dollar spent was completely worth it) His techniques will not only help you pass the exam but will also make you better and safer driver on road. Read Less
Bernard Adalyy
20 May 2017
REPORT
I had a very great experience at this school!
Cailen Frett
19 May 2017
REPORT
Very nice and basic instruction step by step
Ashish Rai
9 Mar 2017
REPORT
Excellent learning center for the new drivers by very skillful persons, some sessions are enough to get the required driving skills.
Anamaria Lage
10 Jan 2017
REPORT
Claudio and the team at American Driving School of Manchester are the best in town. If you or your child need some driving training or anything related to driving don't hesitate to call American Drivi... Read More
Claudio and the team at American Driving School of Manchester are the best in town. If you or your child need some driving training or anything related to driving don't hesitate to call American Driving School, they are polite, professional, and affordable. God Bless Read Less
Derrick Spalding
18 Aug 2016
REPORT
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well... Read More
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well. Safety was clearly key in all lessons as well as patience and years upon years of know-how. If you want your son or daughter to have the best bang for your buck (aka safe and comfortable behind the wheel) sign them up for classes. Everyone I know has passed their driving test on the first try. The car is supplied for the test, it is right on the bus route and near some amazing restaurants. Easy to get to, affordable (payments plans as well), and you'll feel like you've been driving for years after just a few classes. I only recommend this Driving School. Don't bother going to a commercial driving school where you are just a number and a slot; American Driving School of Manchester will treat you like family. Guaranteed. Read Less
Derrick S.
17 Aug 2016
REPORT
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well... Read More
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well. Safety was clearly key in all lessons as well as patience and years upon years of know-how. If you want your son or daughter to have the best bang for your buck (aka safe and comfortable behind the wheel) sign them up for classes. Everyone I know has passed their driving test on the first try. The car is supplied for the test, it is right on the bus route and near some amazing restaurants. Easy to get to, affordable (payments plans as well), and you'll feel like you've been driving for years after just a few classes. I only recommend this Driving School. Don't bother going to a commercial driving school where you are just a number and a slot; American Driving School of Manchester will treat you like family. Guaranteed. Read Less
Uttam K.
1 Mar 2014
REPORT
I called and fixed an appointment for a Saturday morning 10 am for driving lessons with Claudio. On Friday evening, I called to check that he'd come. On Saturday, at 9.55 am, he called to tell that he... Read More
I called and fixed an appointment for a Saturday morning 10 am for driving lessons with Claudio. On Friday evening, I called to check that he'd come. On Saturday, at 9.55 am, he called to tell that he's starting and would be at my place. At 10.15 he was there and we got started. We talked about driving rules and other things. I drove for an hour and am happy with him as a person and a teacher. Also, they provided me the best rates. Read Less
Valerie F.
28 May 2011
REPORT
I give it 2 stars because the prices are ok. If it weren't for the prices this place would get NO stars. First of all the man and woman who run the place I believe they are husband and wife are extrem... Read More
I give it 2 stars because the prices are ok. If it weren't for the prices this place would get NO stars. First of all the man and woman who run the place I believe they are husband and wife are extremely rude and unproffesional. The wife is just unprofessional, the husband is BOTH.When I made an appt for a driving lesson the woman messed up my appt time and said it mustve been my fault and mustve wrote it down wrong because she "never makes mistakes". I let it slide, I didn't wanna argue. Then, when I showed up for my driving lesson the guy was like 20 minutes late. Apparantly the telephone number is connected to their PARENTS house and when I called their mother picked up and didn't know what the hell she was talking about. She sounded senile and was just making no sense. She called her son to see why he wasn't there for my appt yet and he said my appt was for a diff time. So again my appt time was messed up. He came anyway and was about 20 min late. He had a thick italian accent and says to me "you don't wait long right? Just 5 minutes ya?". I was like um no not 5 minutes I've been waiting 20 minutes! He said o well its not that long if I'm late just wait for me I'm usually busy with other students. I'm not going to continue typing the ridiculous conversation I had with this man. Point is he was unproffessional, and didn't even offer a discount for the inconvienance.Then when I used their car to go up to the dmv for my license test, that really took the cake. He wanted cash I said I don't have cash I can give u a check. He kept arguing that he didn't want a check because it might bounce. So I said ok if u want cash u have to wait until we get back from my test because I don't have it now and if I wait for my mother to go to the bank we'll be late for my exam. So he made me park to car to wait for him to call his wife! He then proceeded to put his wife on the phone while she was ranting about how I should have had cash to give him at the beginning. First off, no one said they didn't accept checks, and me paying at the end of the lesson was never a problem before. Anyways I called my mother to tell him he would not accept checks and wanted cash right away. (Meanwhile I'm becoming late for my appt). He then would not continue to let me talk to my mother because he said we where wasting time even tough he was the one who wanted me to call her in the first place. He said "hurry up let's go! Let's go take the god damn test! Let's do it!!". I kid u not.Then while we were driving he just went on and on about how I should see things from his point of view and understand why he doesn't want a check. And I said I do, but if he wants cash he would have to wait until the end because all I had was a check. He just went on and on and I told him I didn't want to talk about it anymore. He was being unproffessional and distracting me, also making me flustered right before my test. He said "what?? What do you mean you don't wan to talk about this anymore?? Listen! We can turn back around right now screw the test!!! When you get back home you will give me cash that's that!!!"Luckilly dispite the frantic morning I'm proud to say I passed my test :)But never go to this driving school....ever!!! And I will warn my younger siblings not to go either!!! Read Less
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705 Main Street
Manchester Connecticut 6040
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06:00AM-21:00PM
Tuesday
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Thursday
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American Driving School

Manchester, Connecticut
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705 Main Street
Manchester Connecticut 6040
Monday
06:00AM-21:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-21:00PM
Wednesday
06:00AM-21:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-21:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-21:00PM
Saturday
08:00AM-21:00PM
Sunday
08:00AM-21:00PM
Saranya Sahaa
22 Apr 2018
REPORT
I attended 8 hrs course it was good. However the administrator who was in the office was biased and his behavior was racial towards Asians. This attitude of treating people based on their race is not ... Read More
I attended 8 hrs course it was good. However the administrator who was in the office was biased and his behavior was racial towards Asians. This attitude of treating people based on their race is not acceptable. Every human being deserves equal treatment and respect irrespective of the race they belong. Read Less
Javaughn Balies
29 Jan 2018
REPORT
Very good driving school I did my 30 hours at this school, then they let me do my driving test at the school and I passed on the first try.
Abhijith Ramalingaiah
3 Nov 2017
REPORT
I found this for my 8hrs safety n awareness class, as closer for my house. Trainer was well experienced, I must say he had very worthy nice points although u may find many online videos. And coming to... Read More
I found this for my 8hrs safety n awareness class, as closer for my house. Trainer was well experienced, I must say he had very worthy nice points although u may find many online videos. And coming to behind the wheels, trust me I just took very few classes as I did drove in my past. If u just work on his directions n practice over weekend, you all set for DMV road test. I personally felt he his a great instructor by his passion towards his job n from his yrs of experience. Very cool gentleman by person and his guidance much worth appreciated than renting, w/o cross eye for correction & taking attempts in DMV n waiting long, especially if you don't have. It was nice but short time Mr.Claudio. saying bye for now, with my CT DL(not a easy 1) at first attempt. Read Less
Faisal Beg
27 Oct 2017
REPORT
Claudio is nice and friendly. He gives confidence in driving even when I was nervous.
shakir hussain
27 Sep 2017
REPORT
There are many reasons Claudio is the best driving instructor around the area. I was a very nervous driver and never drove in my life. Claudio understood that and worked with me. He was extremely pati... Read More
There are many reasons Claudio is the best driving instructor around the area. I was a very nervous driver and never drove in my life. Claudio understood that and worked with me. He was extremely patient and never lost his cool even if i made blunders. This is very important as it helped me get confident. I passed my road test after several behind the wheels lessons (each dollar spent was completely worth it) His techniques will not only help you pass the exam but will also make you better and safer driver on road. Read Less
Bernard Adalyy
20 May 2017
REPORT
I had a very great experience at this school!
Cailen Frett
19 May 2017
REPORT
Very nice and basic instruction step by step
Ashish Rai
9 Mar 2017
REPORT
Excellent learning center for the new drivers by very skillful persons, some sessions are enough to get the required driving skills.
Anamaria Lage
10 Jan 2017
REPORT
Claudio and the team at American Driving School of Manchester are the best in town. If you or your child need some driving training or anything related to driving don't hesitate to call American Drivi... Read More
Claudio and the team at American Driving School of Manchester are the best in town. If you or your child need some driving training or anything related to driving don't hesitate to call American Driving School, they are polite, professional, and affordable. God Bless Read Less
Derrick Spalding
18 Aug 2016
REPORT
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well... Read More
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well. Safety was clearly key in all lessons as well as patience and years upon years of know-how. If you want your son or daughter to have the best bang for your buck (aka safe and comfortable behind the wheel) sign them up for classes. Everyone I know has passed their driving test on the first try. The car is supplied for the test, it is right on the bus route and near some amazing restaurants. Easy to get to, affordable (payments plans as well), and you'll feel like you've been driving for years after just a few classes. I only recommend this Driving School. Don't bother going to a commercial driving school where you are just a number and a slot; American Driving School of Manchester will treat you like family. Guaranteed. Read Less
Derrick S.
17 Aug 2016
REPORT
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well... Read More
Claudio and the American Drive School of Manchester are a top notch learning to drive, family oriented school. For over 30 years, ADSM has helped teach nervous new drivers how to drive, and drive well. Safety was clearly key in all lessons as well as patience and years upon years of know-how. If you want your son or daughter to have the best bang for your buck (aka safe and comfortable behind the wheel) sign them up for classes. Everyone I know has passed their driving test on the first try. The car is supplied for the test, it is right on the bus route and near some amazing restaurants. Easy to get to, affordable (payments plans as well), and you'll feel like you've been driving for years after just a few classes. I only recommend this Driving School. Don't bother going to a commercial driving school where you are just a number and a slot; American Driving School of Manchester will treat you like family. Guaranteed. Read Less
Uttam K.
1 Mar 2014
REPORT
I called and fixed an appointment for a Saturday morning 10 am for driving lessons with Claudio. On Friday evening, I called to check that he'd come. On Saturday, at 9.55 am, he called to tell that he... Read More
I called and fixed an appointment for a Saturday morning 10 am for driving lessons with Claudio. On Friday evening, I called to check that he'd come. On Saturday, at 9.55 am, he called to tell that he's starting and would be at my place. At 10.15 he was there and we got started. We talked about driving rules and other things. I drove for an hour and am happy with him as a person and a teacher. Also, they provided me the best rates. Read Less
Valerie F.
28 May 2011
REPORT
I give it 2 stars because the prices are ok. If it weren't for the prices this place would get NO stars. First of all the man and woman who run the place I believe they are husband and wife are extrem... Read More
I give it 2 stars because the prices are ok. If it weren't for the prices this place would get NO stars. First of all the man and woman who run the place I believe they are husband and wife are extremely rude and unproffesional. The wife is just unprofessional, the husband is BOTH.When I made an appt for a driving lesson the woman messed up my appt time and said it mustve been my fault and mustve wrote it down wrong because she "never makes mistakes". I let it slide, I didn't wanna argue. Then, when I showed up for my driving lesson the guy was like 20 minutes late. Apparantly the telephone number is connected to their PARENTS house and when I called their mother picked up and didn't know what the hell she was talking about. She sounded senile and was just making no sense. She called her son to see why he wasn't there for my appt yet and he said my appt was for a diff time. So again my appt time was messed up. He came anyway and was about 20 min late. He had a thick italian accent and says to me "you don't wait long right? Just 5 minutes ya?". I was like um no not 5 minutes I've been waiting 20 minutes! He said o well its not that long if I'm late just wait for me I'm usually busy with other students. I'm not going to continue typing the ridiculous conversation I had with this man. Point is he was unproffessional, and didn't even offer a discount for the inconvienance.Then when I used their car to go up to the dmv for my license test, that really took the cake. He wanted cash I said I don't have cash I can give u a check. He kept arguing that he didn't want a check because it might bounce. So I said ok if u want cash u have to wait until we get back from my test because I don't have it now and if I wait for my mother to go to the bank we'll be late for my exam. So he made me park to car to wait for him to call his wife! He then proceeded to put his wife on the phone while she was ranting about how I should have had cash to give him at the beginning. First off, no one said they didn't accept checks, and me paying at the end of the lesson was never a problem before. Anyways I called my mother to tell him he would not accept checks and wanted cash right away. (Meanwhile I'm becoming late for my appt). He then would not continue to let me talk to my mother because he said we where wasting time even tough he was the one who wanted me to call her in the first place. He said "hurry up let's go! Let's go take the god damn test! Let's do it!!". I kid u not.Then while we were driving he just went on and on about how I should see things from his point of view and understand why he doesn't want a check. And I said I do, but if he wants cash he would have to wait until the end because all I had was a check. He just went on and on and I told him I didn't want to talk about it anymore. He was being unproffessional and distracting me, also making me flustered right before my test. He said "what?? What do you mean you don't wan to talk about this anymore?? Listen! We can turn back around right now screw the test!!! When you get back home you will give me cash that's that!!!"Luckilly dispite the frantic morning I'm proud to say I passed my test :)But never go to this driving school....ever!!! And I will warn my younger siblings not to go either!!! Read Less
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