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Driver’s License Road Test in MA

The Next Street is here to prepare new drivers so they feel ready to pass their MA road test. Through the full support of our expert instructors in a safe, comfortable learning environment, you’ll hone your driving skills and easily pass your license exam.

  • Testing-day support from your driving instructor for last-minute questions and guidance.
  • Taking your road test in the same TNS cars you’ve practiced with, whether our instructor meets you at the RMV or you test at one of our sites.
  • Testing at the closest TNS location, saving you the stress of driving to the RMV.

Set Your Date & Time | Choose Your Test Location | We’ll Take Care of Scheduling & Vehicles

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Why Families in Massachusetts Choose The Next Street

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Convenient Locations

17+ Years
in Business

20K+ New Drivers
Every Year

90% Driving Tests
Pass Rate

License Testing Options

At The Next Street, we recognize that the day of your road test can feel overwhelming. To help make the day easier, we offer our students two license testing options to minimize test-day anxiety.

Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support
Testing at The Next Street
Price
$150
$119
Vehicle
State-approved TNS training vehicle
State-approved TNS training vehicle
Testing Location
Your local RMV facility
One of The Next Street’s many class/testing locations in MA
TNS Instructor
Can meet you at the RMV before your road test as a sponsor to provide emotional support, bring a TNS vehicle, and answer questions
Can meet with you at the TNS location to provide emotional support and answer questions
Closer to Home?
Varies
Often closer to home than local RMV branches
Morning Appointments
Yes, we can help ensure earlier test appointments
Yes, we can schedule exams at our location with more flexibility
Best For
• Students looking for a familiar, legally registered vehicle to test with
• Drivers who would like a friendly sponsor to be with them before their road test
• Individuals who need access to a reliable vehicle at the time of their test
• Individuals who are anxious or nervous about testing at the RMV
• Drivers who would like to take their exams in a quiet, less busy place that they are familiar with
• Students who want to take a road test in a safe vehicle they are familiar with
  • Price

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    $150

    Testing at The Next Street

    $119
  • Vehicle

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    State-approved TNS training vehicle

    Testing at The Next Street

    State-approved TNS training vehicle
  • Testing Location

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    Your local RMV facility

    Testing at The Next Street

    One of The Next Street’s many class/testing locations in MA
  • TNS Instructor

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    Can meet you at the RMV before your road test as a sponsor to provide emotional support, bring a TNS vehicle, and answer questions

    Testing at The Next Street

    Can meet with you at the TNS location to provide emotional support and answer questions
  • Closer to Home?

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    Varies

    Testing at The Next Street

    Often closer to home than local RMV branches
  • Morning Appointments

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    Yes, we can help ensure earlier test appointments

    Testing at The Next Street

    Yes, we can schedule exams at our location with more flexibility
  • Best For

    Testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles with TNS Support

    • Students looking for a familiar, legally registered vehicle to test with
    • Drivers who would like a friendly sponsor to be with them before their road test
    • Individuals who need access to a reliable vehicle at the time of their test
    • Individuals who are anxious or nervous about testing at the RMV

    Testing at The Next Street

    • Drivers who would like to take their exams in a quiet, less busy place that they are familiar with
    • Students who want to take a road test in a safe vehicle they are familiar with

Either option can be great for any driver. No matter which route you take, our team at TNS is here to help make your road test day run as smoothly as possible.

Please note: RMV requires new drivers to take one 2-hour driving lesson with a TNS instructor in order to be eligible for a road test at one of our locations.

What’s the Best License Testing Option For Me?

Either option can be great for almost every driver. But, if you want to know for sure which one is best for you, consider:

  • Do you want to get an appointment for a test sooner? Choose the RMV.
  • Do you want to do your road test in a familiar place? Choose TNS.
  • Do you feel it’s better to do your road test in a place you’ve driven in before? Choose TNS.

No matter what, our team at TNS in Massachusetts is here to help, however we can.

Massachusetts Upcoming Course Schedule

We offer the widest range of class times, with new classes starting nearly every day. Our flexible scheduling allows you to build your own schedule and complete your driving course at your own pace.

Start your enrollment now to view upcoming schedules and offerings available.

Scheduling Your Massachusetts License Road Test

Booking Your RMV Road Test

Individuals looking to take a driver’s license test at their local RMV facility in MA can schedule it Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM.

Pick your RMV location and purchase your exam time with us. We’ll then take care of the rest and meet you there on your chosen date and time.

Booking a Road Test at The Next Street

Our license road test appointment availability at select TNS locations is released monthly by the RMV. This is because we must work with the RMV to ensure that an examiner can come to our location to conduct driver exams.

To book a test at The Next Street, first purchase a testing license in the student portal. Then, if you’ve completed all requirements to take the exam, contact us to schedule your license test appointment.

Important Notes:

  • All students MUST complete a 2-hour driving lesson with The Next Street to take a driver’s license road test at one of our locations.
  • All students must also fulfill all 30-hour driving courses and driving lessons before scheduling a test with us. Your lessons must be completed at least 5 days before your test date.

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FAQs On Our Driver’s License Test in MA

What do I need to bring on the day of my road test?

You’ll need to bring your learner’s permit, proof of completion for your driver’s education courses and driving lessons, and a completed road test application (with the parental consent section filled out, if you are under 18). You’ll also need a legally registered vehicle and an eligible sponsor, even if you are over the age of 18.

With The Next Street’s help, we can provide you with a state-approved vehicle and an experienced TNS instructor to act as your sponsor. We’ll help with everything you need to succeed.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule a test?

Please let us know if you want to cancel your road test at least 5 days in advance. If you fail to do so, we will charge a $60 cancellation fee. No-shows will also mean you are forfeiting your appointment for the road test.

Will I get my driver’s license the same day I test?

You’ll get your test results the same day. If you pass, the DMV or testing examiner will provide a temporary license (stamped document) for you to use until your permanent license arrives in the mail.

Do I have to finish all courses and driving lessons before taking a road test?

Under Massachusetts law, all driving students under 18 must complete a 30-hour driver’s education course, 12 hours of behind-the-wheel training, and 6 hours of observation, along with 40 hours of supervised driving on their own.

The Next Street curriculum is designed to meet all these requirements, ensuring new Massachusetts drivers have the best path to their road test.

What skills will I be tested on during a road test?

Typically, examiners will evaluate skills such as parallel parking, three-point turns, lane management, and on-the-road judgments like following distances, right-of-way, mirror checks, signaling, and so on.

In general, road tests are meant to assess your ability to follow the basic rules of the road and to demonstrate clear knowledge of how your vehicle works.

Driving classes and lessons with TNS will help you get comfortable with the essentials, so you are more than likely to pass your road test.

Testimonials

  • The next street session with Jose was a truly meaningful and enriching experience. He clearly cares deeply about his work and brings that passion into his interactions with students. Jose is patient, thoughtful, and intentional in his teaching. He takes the time to walk me through each maneuver carefully and precisely, which I really appreciate. His clear instructions and calm approach make the learning process not only effective but also impactful. It’s clear that he’s committed to helping his students succeed.

    Noah M.Chicopee, MA
  • My experience with Jose was good. It was my first driving lesson, and I learned a lot and felt comfortable.

    Kendall K.MA
  • I had a wonderful experience with The Next Street. I attempted to take my road test a few times four years ago, and started lessons as a very anxious driver with pretty much no recent driving experience. My instructor, Alexandra Donnell, was wonderful. She taught me things in a way that made a lot of sense, eased my nerves, and was the main reason I was able to pass my road test this afternoon! Thank you so much for everything, Alex.
    Barry S.MA

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