Driver Safety Class In Nutley May Help Drivers Save On Insurance

NUTLEY, NJ — The Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health, in partnership with the AARP, will hold a low-cost driver safety class at the Nutley Amvets Building at 184 Park Avenue in June.

Drivers may qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount after completing the course, and are encouraged to contact their auto insurance agent for details, organizers said.

The one-day class will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7. There will be a 30-minute break for lunch at noon; attendees should bring lunch and a beverage to the class. Attendees are asked to arrive no later than 8:45 a.m.

The class will be taught by a trained AARP Driver Safety volunteer.

Here’s what to expect, according to a township news release:

“The AARP Smart Driver course teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Since 1979, the course has helped more than 20 million drivers learn research-based tips to adapt their driving to compensate for physical and cognitive changes that may occur with aging. The course has also been recently updated with new content to ensure New Jersey drivers are equipped with the most up-to-date information for driving in the state.”

The fee for the course is $20 for AARP members, and $25 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP. Members will need to write their membership number on the check, and bring their membership card to the class. Only exact cash will be accepted at the door. Attendees must bring their driver's license to class, and must sign a COVID waiver form in order to take the class. Masks are optional.

Pre-registration is necessary and class size is limited. The course is open to all drivers, regardless of age. To register, contact the Nutley Department of Public Affairs at 973-284-4976.

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