Category Archives: Top Driver Blog

Driving in the rain can be a challenging and potentially dangerous task, especially for new or inexperienced drivers. With spring coming up, it’s important for teen drivers to be aware of the risks associated with driving in wet conditions and to take the necessary precautions to stay safe on the road.   Vehicle Traction and […]

Instilling safe driving practices is one of the most important goals of driver education. Keeping drivers away from distractions and harmful activities is vital in preventing car crashes. Every year, thousands of individuals are injured or killed in accidents caused by drunk driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car crashes are […]

If you are 18, 19, or 20 years of age in Illinois and want to obtain a driver’s license, you must complete a 6-hour State-Approved driver education course. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get started!   Enroll in a Driver Education Course The first step is to enroll in a State of Illinois-approved […]

When one gets behind the wheel of a vehicle and drives others, they are directly responsible for more than just their own life. The driver must take this responsibility seriously and continue to drive to the best of their ability. In 2019, 62% of all traffic fatalities were passengers. We Save Lives and the National […]

The night before Thanksgiving, known as Blackout Wednesday, is one of the deadliest nights to be on the roads. Thanksgiving is a day when many people do not have to work, and the use of alcohol is known to increase drastically. Its name comes from the idea of drinking enough alcohol that you “blackout”.   […]

What Should You Give Your Teen?  Getting a driver’s license is a huge step towards independence and freedom. What better gift could you give to your teen than the knowledge required to gain their independence? You can’t go wrong gifting your teen a driver education at Top Driver this holiday season! Top Driver is a […]

Establishes Foothold in Far Western Suburbs  Lombard, IL—Monday, Oct 31, 2022—Amid rapid growth in the teen and adult driver’s education market in Illinois, Top Driver announced today that effective October 31, 2022, the company completed the acquisition of Drive Home Safe Driving School located in Geneva, Illinois.   CEO Paul Zalatoris commented “Top Driver is […]

All Star Driver Education Announces Landmark Transaction to Combine With Top Driver The transaction forms the largest and most comprehensive provider of driver education in the Midwest Ann Arbor, MI— October 14, 2021— All Star Driver Education, a leading provider of classroom and online driver education courses in 8 states, has combined forces with Top […]

Top Driver student Reaghan Monahan was praised by local first responders and General Manager of Top Driver, Jim Mihalovich, Wednesday at a surprise recognition ceremony at Tinley Park High School. Her recent heroic actions, in the face of a medical emergency, while her mother was behind the wheel, helped save the lives of many people […]

Teen drivers are especially susceptible on the road because they lack experience in both life and driving, as well as maturity. Teenagers are easily distracted when driving, particularly by other passengers (passengers of the same age). Teen drivers are more likely to speed, take risks, and do things they ordinarily wouldn’t do when they have […]