Right Way Driving School provides personalized, one-on-one driving instruction in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Owner and lead instructor Eric Magrini has been teaching new drivers in Essex County for more than 20 years, helping teens and adults build the skills and confidence they need to pass their road test and drive safely for life.
Years in Business
Google Rating (440+ Reviews)
Towns Served in Essex & Passaic Counties
BBB A+ Rated
DriveSafer Certified
Why Choose Right Way Driving School?
- ✔ Owner-operated — Eric Magrini personally teaches every student, ensuring consistent quality instruction
- ✔ Licensed by the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission (License #000110) — fully compliant with state education requirements
- ✔ Proven results — students consistently pass their road test on the first attempt, as reflected in 440+ Google reviews at 4.9 stars
- ✔ Flexible scheduling — lessons available 7 days a week from 7 AM to 7 PM, including weekends and after school
- ✔ Safe, modern vehicles — instruction in well-maintained, dual-control vehicles that meet NHTSA safety standards
Driving Lessons & Programs We Offer
Teen Behind-the-Wheel Program (6 Hours)
The 6-hour behind-the-wheel program is designed for teens who have completed their written permit test and need the required supervised driving hours. Eric covers all maneuvers tested on the NJ road exam, from parallel parking to highway merging. This program fulfills the practice hours required by the NJ Graduated Driver License (GDL) program.
Road Test Preparation Package
Focused preparation for the NJ road test, including a practice run of the actual test route at the MVC testing location. Students practice each scored maneuver — K-turns, parallel parking, stopping, and observation — until they are test-ready. Available for both teens and adults.
Adult Driving Lessons
Personalized instruction for adults learning to drive for the first time or returning to driving after time away. Lessons are tailored to each student’s comfort level and paced individually — no group classes. Adults receive one-on-one training on local roads and highways throughout Essex County.
Defensive Driving Course (6 Hours)
A 6-hour defensive driving course that qualifies students for an auto insurance discount in New Jersey. Covers hazard recognition, safe following distances, and adverse condition driving. Available for licensed drivers looking to reduce insurance premiums or satisfy court-ordered requirements.
Online Permit Preparation Course
A self-paced online course that prepares students to pass the NJ written knowledge test on the first attempt. Covers all topics on the MVC exam — road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices — based on the official NJ Driver Manual.
What Cedar Grove Families Say
Right Way Driving School has earned a 4.9-star rating from 440+ Google reviews. Here is what families in our community consistently report:
Parent after parent highlights Eric’s patience with nervous teen drivers. Reviewers frequently note that their children felt comfortable and confident after just a few lessons, with many passing their road test on the first attempt.
— Recurring theme across 440+ Google reviews
Flexible scheduling is a top-rated feature. Working parents and busy students appreciate the 7-day availability and willingness to accommodate after-school and weekend time slots.
— Recurring theme across 440+ Google reviews
Personalized, one-on-one instruction sets Right Way apart. Reviewers consistently contrast the individual attention at Right Way with larger schools that use group formats, noting the difference in how quickly their children progressed.
— Recurring theme across 440+ Google reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does Right Way Driving School serve?
Right Way Driving School is based in Cedar Grove, NJ, and serves students throughout Essex and Passaic Counties, including Verona, Montclair, West Orange, Bloomfield, Nutley, Glen Ridge, Little Falls, Caldwell, North Caldwell, Roseland, Essex Fells, Fairfield, West Caldwell, and Livingston.
How old do you have to be to take driving lessons in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, you must be at least 16 years old and hold a valid NJ learner’s permit to take behind-the-wheel driving lessons. The permit can be obtained after passing the MVC written knowledge test. Details on age and eligibility requirements are available from the NJ MVC Graduated Driver License program.
How many hours of driving practice are required in NJ?
New Jersey requires a minimum of 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a licensed driving school before a student under 21 can take the road test. Right Way Driving School’s Teen Behind-the-Wheel Program fulfills this requirement in full.
Does Right Way Driving School provide a car for the road test?
Yes. Right Way Driving School provides a well-maintained, dual-control vehicle for both lessons and the NJ road test at the MVC testing center. Students do not need to supply their own car.
Can adults take driving lessons at Right Way?
Yes. Right Way offers personalized adult driving lessons for first-time drivers, international license holders adjusting to NJ roads, and anyone returning to driving after an extended break. All adult instruction is one-on-one with Eric Magrini.
Does the defensive driving course qualify for an insurance discount?
Yes. Right Way’s 6-hour defensive driving course is approved for the NJ auto insurance premium reduction. Completing the course entitles you to a discount from most major insurance carriers in New Jersey.
What are Right Way Driving School’s hours?
Right Way Driving School is open Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Lessons are available 7 days a week, including after-school, evening, and weekend time slots.
How do I schedule a driving lesson?
Call Right Way Driving School directly at (973) 812-9088 to schedule your first lesson. Eric Magrini handles scheduling personally and will work with you to find a convenient time.
Find Us in Cedar Grove
83 E Lindsley Rd, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 — located just east of the intersection with Pompton Avenue (Route 23), less than 5 minutes from the center of Cedar Grove.