Over 20 Million Participants and 45+ Years of Experience Building Safer, More Confident Drivers

Become a Safer, More Confident Driver

The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

Course Highlights

The AARP Smart Driver online course covers:

• Research-based safe driving strategies.
• Information on the effects of medication on driving.
  
• Preventive measures to reduce driver distractions.
• Proper use of safety belts, airbags, anti-lock brakes, and new technology found in cars today.
• Techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
• State-specific rules and regulations in 19 key areas, including construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cellphone use and more.
• Easy-to-follow format incorporating adult-learning principles.

Complete the course on any device, anytime, anywhere.

You can take AARP’s defensive driving course on a smartphone, computer, or tablet at your convenience.

Will I get an auto insurance discount for completing the course online?

Some states have a law that mandates an automobile insurance discount for anyone completing an approved driver improvement course. Specific state insurance laws vary and individual states may place additional restrictions on eligibility for automobile insurance reductions/discounts. In some states, separate rules may apply to online driver improvement courses. Please consult your insurance agent for applicability in your state.

Help your friends and family become safer drivers

Help your friends and family become safer drivers. Know someone who could benefit from refreshing their defensive driving skills? Invite them to take the AARP Smart Driver course and improve their driving confidence. Plus, they may be able to save on auto insurance!