Trussell Driving School -Summerville

Trussell Driving School, Summerville is a driving school in Summerville, SC, serving teens and adults seeking driver education and behind-the-wheel training. The school offers certified classroom instruction and hands-on driving lessons, including the Basic Plus, Preferred, and Preferred Plus packages tailored to meet SC’s licensing requirements. Students receive a free permit test with any package, and the school administers the official SCDMV road skills test. Classes are available in Summerville, with in-person instruction only for this location, and driving sessions are offered seven days a week to accommodate busy schedules. The school serves students across Horry, Florence, Marion, Dorchester, and Charleston counties, with special services like pick-up and drop-off within a seven-mile radius of its Summerville office. With a 4.90 rating from 56 reviews, Trussell Driving School is recognized for its strong local reputation and consistent customer satisfaction.

The school was founded in 2011 by John Trussell, a former public school educator and coach, and is operated by a team with over 65 years of combined experience in traffic safety education and driver training. Instructors include current and former public school educators, firefighters, EMTs, truck drivers, and police officers, bringing diverse real-world experience to the classroom and driving lessons. The school emphasizes safe driving habits for life and offers flexible scheduling, including self-paced online classes in select locations and same-day road test availability. Students benefit from automated text and email reminders, 24/7 online scheduling, and discounts for military personnel, first responders, and nurses.

Trussell Driving School, Summerville is located at 1540 SC Hwy 9 E in Longs, SC, near the intersection of SC Highway 9 and the town of Longs. The school’s office is situated along a major regional road, serving as a convenient access point for students across the area. While no specific nearby landmarks are listed, the location is accessible from key regional routes and serves as a central hub for driver education in the surrounding communities.

The school maintains a strong local reputation, supported by consistently high customer ratings and a steady record of repeat and referred students. Its reputation is built on patient instruction, experienced instructors, and a proven track record of helping students pass their driver’s license tests. With a focus on safety, flexibility, and personalized support, Trussell Driving School stands out as a trusted resource for new drivers in Summerville and the surrounding Lowcountry region.

Services:

• Behind the Wheel Training
• Car Hire for Learners
• Discounts for Military and Emergency Services
• Driver's Education Classes
• Learner Driver Training
• License Preparation Courses
• Practical Driving Lessons
• Theory Test Preparation