Business Details
Expert Driving Lessons & CDL Training in Erie, PA
At Transportation Solutions, we have dedicated ourselves to providing professional driving instruction and evaluations for drivers of all experience levels. Since 2025, our team of certified instructors and occupational therapists has specialized in helping new drivers, individuals with disabilities, and commercial license applicants achieve confidence and safety behind the wheel. Our services span from Pennsylvania permit preparation to advanced driver rehabilitation, utilizing state-certified vehicles and adaptive equipment to meet diverse client needs.We take pride in offering flexible scheduling, including extended hours during peak seasons, and collaborating with institutions like the VA to ensure accessibility. Every lesson, evaluation, and test we conduct reflects our commitment to road safety, personalized instruction, and empowering clients through proven teaching methodologies.
Services
Driving Lessons
CDL Training
Driving Evaluations
Driver Rehabilitation
Permit Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- Our ELDT-certified instructors provide state-approved commercial driver training.
- We offer flexible scheduling with extended hours during peak seasons.
- Clients receive insurance discounts for completing our driving programs.
- Specialized rehabilitation for drivers with physical and cognitive challenges available.
- We're contracted with the VA and Pennsylvania's OVR for evaluation services.
Associations and certifications
- ELDT Certified
- Association of Driving Rehabilitation Specialists
What people say
Amazing experience
10/10 would recommend
Highly recommend their program
Love everything about it
Professional teaching
Services
Driving Lessons
Our one-on-one driving lessons cover emergency maneuvers, parallel parking, defensive strategies, and highway navigation. Instructors use specially equipped vehicles with passenger-side safety brakes. Lessons accommodate beginner teens, adults, and individuals with disabilities seeking confidence-building instruction tailored to Pennsylvania road laws and testing standards.
CDL Training
ELDT-certified programs prepare candidates for commercial driver licensing through online theory courses and practical evaluations. Services include vehicle inspection training, skills testing, and restriction removal for Class A/B licenses. Employers receive group discounts and customized training using client-owned or rental trucks to meet federal mandates and state requirements.
Driving Evaluations
Occupational therapists conduct comprehensive fitness-to-drive evaluations combining vision, cognitive, and physical assessments with on-road testing. Services address medical concerns like post-injury recovery or age-related impairments. Reports with same-day recommendations help clients and physicians determine driving capabilities and necessary vehicle modifications.
Driver Rehabilitation
Specialized programs assist individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive equipment trials and vehicle modification coordination. Certified specialists evaluate needs for hand controls, pedal extenders, and left-foot gas conversions. We guide clients through DMV licensing adjustments and collaborate with medical providers for holistic rehabilitation outcomes.
Permit Preparation
Two-hour study sessions use custom manuals to prepare students for Pennsylvania knowledge tests. Instructors focus on traffic laws, road signs, and permit exam strategies. Sessions cater to self-directed learners needing targeted review to complement independent study materials before scheduling official testing appointments.
People
Dale Knox
CDL Trainer/Examiner
Certified CDL trainer with expertise in commercial driver evaluations and federal regulation compliance. Dale ensures trainees meet ELDT standards through structured hands-on instruction and test preparation tailored to industry requirements.
John Meyer
CDL Trainer
Experienced commercial driver instructor specializing in skill development for truck operators. John provides training on vehicle dynamics, safety protocols, and maneuvering techniques required for Class A/B license holders.
Darryl Rogers
CDL Trainer
Darryl combines technical knowledge with patient instruction to help students master CDL requirements. His training emphasizes practical application of driving standards for both new and experienced commercial vehicle operators.
Questions
What driving services are available for individuals with disabilities?
We provide specialized driver evaluations and adaptive rehabilitation using occupational therapy assessments. Our team coordinates vehicle modifications like hand controls and offers training to accommodate physical or cognitive challenges.
Do you offer insurance discounts for completed driving programs?
Yes, many of our driving packages qualify for insurance discounts, particularly for drivers under 18. Check with your provider for specific savings details.
How can I schedule CDL testing services?
Contact us directly at (814) 833-2301 to schedule CDL evaluations. You'll need to complete ELDT theory training and hold a valid CDL permit before testing.
What areas does Transportation Solutions serve?
We serve Erie, Edinboro, Meadville, Saegertown, Cambridge Springs, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities for driving lessons and evaluations.
What payment options are available for driving packages?
Payment details are required at scheduling. Contact our office for specific payment methods and financing availability information.
Are evening driving lessons available?
Yes, extended evening hours are offered April through October. Office hours remain Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM year-round with Saturday morning availability.
Reviews (4)
Abigail Andersen
Jun 11, 2022
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The best $275 dollars I have ever spent! It was so easy and my two hour driving lesson was fun and very helpful for parallel parking and other driving skills. The people are extremely nice and fun to be around, my test took only 15min and I passed on the first try. I absolutely recommend taking your driving lesson and test here.
Shawn Conrad
Jun 09, 2022
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The instructors provided my son with good driving tips and feedback on his skills. Our initial appointments were for late June, but we were able to get in the cancellation list. Our son was able to complete the lessons and the test by mid June due to their accommodations with the cancellation list. We found everyone we encountered to be very kind and helpful. Thank you!
Roza Khodzhayan
May 22, 2022
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This is an incredible service, we have taught all of our kids with Transportation Solutions, everybody there is very professional, kind and respectful. We highly recommend Transportation Solutions to anybody and everybody who wishes to learn and get their license. Deepest THANKS to each and every member of the staff.
Ezequiel Rosa
May 12, 2022
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As a mother you always want to protect and want the best for your child. I've used them with both of our daughters Utilizing their two hour lesson and driving test and they were absolutely wonderful!