Auto Safety
Driving School
Teaching the next generation of drivers since 1978
in the Greater Tampa Area.
Posted on Alak PadhyaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had Billy as my instructor, and we drove 18 miles for my first lesson. My lesson was fantastic, and I never once felt held back or out of my depth. Some of the things Billy asked me to do were rather scary to do, but upon doing them, I did well, and made a ton more progress than I thought I would. Additionally, he made great conversation, further helping me practice focusing on the road even with distractions present.Posted on ThermalensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took lessons with COLLEEN OCHINERO, Latonya Gordon and Aaron Smarowsky all of which were incredibly kind and helpful. The instructors at Auto Safety Driving School did an amazing job when it came to patience, knowledge and understanding. Even when driving on the highway or during the night, not once did I feel stressed, lost or worried. They were very helpful when it came to answering my questions about the road and providing both verbal and hands on assistance. No matter who you have as your instructor you’re likely to have a great time and be one step closer to your driving goals. I’m grateful to all my instructors for the support and lovely conversations. Thanks to them I feel confident in passing my behind-the-wheel driver’s license test!Posted on Joshua OberlinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great instructor, helped me a lot and taught me a lot.Posted on Mr SmoothTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a very good experience with this Driver School. I would highly recommend them if you are looking for a Driver School for your teen. I had used a different company for my daughter and was unhappy, so I am very happy that I found this company which has been so much better. Our favorite teacher by far was John – just a great guy and a very good teacher. He is a very caring and kind person along with being a great, well informed teacher – my son learned so much from him. All the teachers were really good, including Colleen! Highly recommended!Posted on Matthew PowrieTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My instructor, John, was great. He gave good feedback and made me truly feel positive and confident about my driving skills.Posted on Tristyn KellonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an amazing experience with Auto Safety Driving School! I took my road test today and passed, and I honestly couldn’t have done it without them. They explained everything clearly and made sure I knew exactly what to expect. The instructors were patient, supportive, and really cared about helping me succeed. They helped build my confidence and made me feel ready on test day. I definitely recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn how to drive the right way. Thank you so much for everything!Posted on Luis GomezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “I’m beyond grateful for the experience my daughter had with Safety Driving School! Colleen, in particular, was incredible—warm, patient, and nurturing. My daughter felt completely at ease and learned more than I could have ever taught her myself. Thanks to Colleen’s guidance, she scored a perfect result on her driving test! I wholeheartedly recommend Safety Driving School to anyone who wants to learn to drive with confidence and care.”Posted on Jill FerrerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ms Latonya was an amazing teacher and really helped me understand stuff. She was super easy to talk to and I had a great time with her. Overall, my experienece was great and I learned a lot!Posted on Poppy WaldorfTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Billy is a funny and super experienced coach — every sentence he says feels like a golden quote, and I honestly want to take out a little notebook and write everything down 😄 Today he was incredibly thoughtful and even took me to practice near the test center since my exam is this Wednesday. Time flew by so fast during the lesson. Really looking forward to seeing him again!
Woman-Owned and Mom-Approved!
Longevity and Recognition
Since 1978 Auto Safety Driving School has been educating “the next generation of drivers”
Our longevity is a testament to our level of service and consistency. Word of Mouth has been our best form of advertising. We have been fortunate to provide instruction to those of all walks of life in the Greater Tampa Bay Area: Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, and more!
Quality Instruction and Customer Service have earned Auto Safety Driving School the most recognition and recommendations. Auto Safety Driving School is recommended by both public and private schools as well as insurance agents and our extended network of friends and family, not to mention all the satisfied Auto Safety Driving School clients.
Reach out at (813) 875-4809 or go to our contact page for personalized assistance.
Why Choose Us?
We're Not Just Another Driving School – We're Certified for Safety and Quality.
At Auto Safety Driving School, we go the extra mile to ensure every student gets the safest, most professional driving experience possible. Here’s how we stand out from other schools:
Fully Certified – Every Year
Our instructors, vehicles, and school are not only certified – they’re recertified annually to meet and exceed state safety and educational standards.
Safety-First Vehicles
Every training car is equipped with:
- Instructor auxiliary brake
- Dash cams for accountability and learning
- Cars that are maintained to the highest standards for dependability and safety
What You Get With Our Packages
- 90-Minute Lessons
Every session is designed for maximum focus and progress — no rushed or short lessons. - Home Pick-Up & Drop-Off (Available within all of Tampa Bay and some surrounding towns; others will be instructed to use our designated pick up locations)
We make it easy and convenient to get started — right from your front door. - Flexible Scheduling We are open 7 days a week with 4 time slots a day, 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 3:30 pm, and 6:00 pm
- Defensive Driving Training Included
Every lesson includes defensive driving strategies to prepare you for real-world driving, not just the exam. - Thorough Road Test Preparation
From parking to highway driving, we’ll make sure you’re comfortable and confident before your test as we go through everything on the checklist that you will be tested on.
- Detailed Lesson Evaluations
After each lesson, you’ll receive an evaluation outlining what went well and what still needs improvement — so you always know where you or your child stands. - Certificate of Completion
At the end of your package, you’ll receive a certificate that may qualify you for an insurance discount. This can be a huge help when adding a new driver to your policy.
Highly Trained Instructors
Our team of instructors are more than licensed – they are passionately committed to teaching, continuously trained, and evaluated to ensure the best learning environment for you or your child. Most of our team of instructors have worked with the DMV or Highway Safety Control. One of our team members actually assisted in writing the permit and DMV road test that you or your student will take to obtain a restricted license/driver’s license.
Don’t take our word for it though. Our reviews speak for themselves as we come highly recommended and are considered one of the top driving schools in Tampa Bay. This being said our schedule tends to fill up fast as we are blessed to be booked and busy so call now we always have a promotion going and we would love the opportunity to speak with you and see how we can assist.
Contact us today to start your journey towards safe and confident driving.
Reach out at (813) 875-4809 or go to our contact page for personalized assistance.




