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The Next Street The Easiest Road To Your Driver's License Getting your license is a big deal. It shouldn't be a big hassle. The Next Street makes it easy.

Our award winning driving school operates in CT, MA & RI to help all new drivers get a driver's license. We have fanatic customer service, the most flexible schedules and affordable prices.

June in CT and MA means cyclists are everywhere, on main roads, in bike lanes, on rural routes, and in places where you ...
06/18/2026

June in CT and MA means cyclists are everywhere, on main roads, in bike lanes, on rural routes, and in places where you don't expect them.

Here's what drivers need to know:

→ In Connecticut, drivers must pass cyclists with at least 3 feet of clearance. In Massachusetts, the requirement is also 3 feet. This isn't a suggestion, it's the law.
→ Before opening your car door, check your mirror and look over your shoulder. "Dooring" a cyclist is a serious collision and entirely preventable.
→ At intersections, cyclists have the same rights as other vehicles. If a cyclist is going straight and you're turning right, they have right of way.
→ Watch for cyclists in your blind spot, especially when turning. They move faster than pedestrians and may not be where you expect them.
→ Don't honk to move a cyclist along. They're allowed to be there. Give them the space and the patience you'd want if positions were reversed.

Sharing the road well isn't complicated. It just requires paying attention.

Something to keep in mind on your next drive through town or on a summer weekend route. 🚴

Your tires are the only part of your car actually touching the road, and most new drivers have no idea what their tire p...
06/17/2026

Your tires are the only part of your car actually touching the road, and most new drivers have no idea what their tire pressure should be.

Here's what to know:

🔧 Where to find your correct PSI:
Not on the tire, on the sticker inside your driver's door jamb. That number is the recommended pressure for your specific vehicle, not the tire's maximum.

🔧 How to check it:
Use a tire pressure gauge (under $10 at any gas station or auto parts store) or check at any gas station with an air pump. Do it when tires are cold, before you've driven more than a mile or two.

🔧 What happens when it's wrong:
→ Underinflated: worse fuel economy, uneven tread wear, and significantly reduced handling in wet conditions
→ Overinflated: reduced traction, harsher ride, and higher risk of a blowout on a hot day

🔧 When to check:
Once a month, and always before a long trip. Tire pressure drops about 1 PSI for every 10°F drop in temperature, so fall and winter require more attention.

Summer heat can also cause pressure to fluctuate. This time of year is a good time to get in the habit.

Save this and check yours this week. 🔧

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs. They don't regulate traffic, they prepare you for what's ahead.Swipe through six...
06/16/2026

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs. They don't regulate traffic, they prepare you for what's ahead.

Swipe through six warning signs that show up all the time on CT and MA roads. ➡️

Save this for permit prep or a quick refresher. 📌

06/15/2026

Rough roads don't last. Good drivers do. Every tough lesson, every nervous moment, every "I don't think I can do this", that's exactly what's making you better. Keep going.🧡

Feeling confident and ready for your license test is the goal, and Kevin got there with the help of instructor David's p...
06/14/2026

Feeling confident and ready for your license test is the goal, and Kevin got there with the help of instructor David's patience and encouragement every step of the way. That kind of preparation makes all the difference. Go get it, Kevin! 🌟

🟣 Driving Trivia — True or False?"In Connecticut and Massachusetts, you can always turn right on a red light."TRUE or FA...
06/13/2026

🟣 Driving Trivia — True or False?

"In Connecticut and Massachusetts, you can always turn right on a red light."

TRUE or FALSE?

Drop your answer ⬇️
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❌ FALSE.

Right on red is permitted in both CT and MA, but not always.

You CAN turn right on red when:
→ There is no sign specifically prohibiting it
→ You come to a complete stop first
→ You yield to all pedestrians and oncoming traffic before turning

You CANNOT turn right on red when:
→ A "No Turn on Red" sign is posted (very common in downtown Hartford, New Haven, Boston, and Worcester)
→ A red arrow is displayed (a red arrow means no turn, full stop)
→ A pedestrian is in or entering the crosswalk

A lot of drivers treat right on red as automatic. The law says stop, check, and yield, every time.

How'd you do? Tag someone who needed this reminder. 👇

Quick question for new drivers, and parents who drive with them:Which car should go first?Understanding right of way at ...
06/12/2026

Quick question for new drivers, and parents who drive with them:

Which car should go first?

Understanding right of way at intersections is one of the most important skills a new driver can develop. It's not always obvious, and getting it wrong is one of the most common reasons drivers end up in close calls.
Answer: Car B goes first, Car B is going straight and has the clear path. Car C is turning right but must yield at the stop sign. Car A is turning left and must yield to both oncoming traffic and Car C once it clears the stop.

Your tire's speed rating isn't a speed limit, it's the maximum speed the tire is designed to handle safely.The "H" on a ...
06/11/2026

Your tire's speed rating isn't a speed limit, it's the maximum speed the tire is designed to handle safely.

The "H" on a 225/45R17 94H tire? That means it can handle up to 130 mph. But in Massachusetts and Connecticut, most highways are capped at 65 mph, and that's what matters behind the wheel.

Know your tires. Follow posted limits. That's it.

Defensive driving isn't about being paranoid. It's about making decisions that give you options when other drivers make ...
06/10/2026

Defensive driving isn't about being paranoid. It's about making decisions that give you options when other drivers make mistakes.

1️⃣ Always have an escape route.
2️⃣ Assume the other driver will make the wrong move.
3️⃣ Stay out of other drivers' blind spots.
4️⃣ Cover the brake before intersections.
5️⃣ Never drive to your limit.

Save this, it's worth revisiting. 📌

If your teen has their permit or just got their license, GDL — Graduated Driver Licensing, is the framework that governs...
06/09/2026

If your teen has their permit or just got their license, GDL — Graduated Driver Licensing, is the framework that governs what they can and can't do.

Here's a quick guide for CT and MA parents:

📍 Connecticut:
→ Learner's permit: must hold for 120 days minimum, complete 40 hours supervised practice (10 at night)
→ After license: no passengers under 18 (except family) for the first 6 months
→ No driving between 11 PM–5 AM for the first year
→ No cell phone use, at any age, ever, while driving

📍 Massachusetts:
→ Junior Operator License (JOL): issued at 16½ with permit held for 6 months and 40 practice hours completed
→ First 6 months: no passengers under 18 (except family)
→ No driving between 12:30 AM–5 AM
→ Zero tolerance for any alcohol

These restrictions exist because the crash risk for new teen drivers drops significantly as experience builds. The limits aren't punitive, they're protective.

Save this and share it with your teen before they get behind the wheel solo. 📌

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