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    4.4 (92 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
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    Radford Racing - Graduation of Dodge Charger Daytona EV 1st Call Experience
    Thymio B.

    Thank you Radford Racing Team for hosting an incredible experience! Signing up for the Dodge Charger Daytona EV 1st Call program included a 2 Day experience to learn how to control and balance this 3 ton EV. It started with a welcome email and a white glove experience. On arrival, we were welcomed and in under 15 minutes (sign waivers) we were in the classroom, learning about... SAFETY and Technique. I brought my oldest daughter along to spectate, expecting she would be sent to a bleacher and a warning "Don't touch anything!".... not here. The Radford team didn't hesitate to tell her to join us in the classroom. She got to ride shotgun with the instructor for 2 days and got to participate in capturing lap times and all of our ride along (more on that later). Instructors: Will and Danny - These dudes are awesome teachers. They provide very specific guidance based on their observations of your driving. This wasn't an amusement ride where they just say "Next!"... these dudes are passionate about teaching you how to be a better driver! Getting real time feedback and then being able to apply it was a common practice here. They have excellent communication skills and are incredibly patient. They made me and my daughter feel like family. Experience/Agenda: Dodge Charger Daytona ScatPacks - Electric Vehicle 670 hp AWD Day 1 - We started the day early, 830am. Began with intros and our first lessons; Slalom course, Accident Avoidance, Drift and Counter Steering. These were priceless experiences for an owner of a Daytona EV. That car is 3 Tons! I wasn't really confident in my ability to stop or steer away from an immediate danger until I took this course. There is something liberating about driving 65 mph and slamming on the brakes to really see how quick you can stop or avoid an obstacle with Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) engaged. Imagine Drag Racing (solo) but you have to watch a Lane indicator to pick a lane or to slam on the brakes. Bruh.. so fun. Day 2 - We started at 8am. Spent 15 minutes in the classroom to discuss a few techniques on Distance to Stop and reviewing guidance on Apex and balancing the vehicle. We get back into a Modified Drag Race drill again... this time, we are practicing brake pressure to avoid engaging the ABS and stopping a precise point. After that, they setup a lane of cones with a wall and a small opening to swerve into while engaging the ABS. :-). The Daytona EVs made it look so easy to stop and when needed to steer with ABS engaged and avoid hitting cones. That made me feel super confident if I were to have an issue on the highway. After that we were onto the AutoCross track, single lap. This is where we start learning how to race and synthesize our teachings into practical application at high speeds. Other than cones, there is nothing to hit. This made training comfortable and allowed me to push the car to its limits. They don't baby you and tell you to "take it easy"... they encourage you to safely execute your newly attained knowledge to develop a skill in a short period of time. I was amazed at how immediate their guidance effected my performance. I learned A LOT! After that session, we headed over to an Oval track (w/ helmets.. serious shit here) and practiced at higher speeds, with more consequence, our new skills of balancing the vehicle in/out turns to maximize our ability to hit our Apex. After that, we went back to the AutoCross track, but they added a 2nd lap. This is where it all starts to come together... lap after lap, improving on our times, experimenting with vehicle settings and learning what these cars can do. Next we headed out to the main Track. This was so much fun. Our instructor set the pace and we got to follow his line. The day wrapped with our instructor Will taking us on his 1st drive of th Daytona EV on the Track! That dude showed us what the Daytona EV can do.... Eat HellCats for lunch! The day wrapped up with an unexpected graduation ceremony. Dodge didn't do the best job for us 1st Call guinea pigs regarding recognition of our leap of faith. Radford stepped up and provided a plaque to showcase and honor our journey as the 1st Dodge Daytona EV owners! We also are the 1st to experience the perks of the 1st Call buyers and being a diehard Dodge fan! Thank you to Josh, photographer, for taking amazing photos. We are excited to see them. The dashcam footage had more than videos... You can download Race-Keeper software to import the videos and it shows the inside of the car and dashcam along with lap times, gps, speeds, times, etc... I had NO IDEA this was part of the package. Super happy I opted for the Full Package! If you do this, don't hesitate to buy this. I brought a drone (they were totally fine with me taking my own video/pics). I am very happy I didn't rely on my shots... this dude is a Pro. Thank you to the support team for always making sure the Daytona EVs were charged up!

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    Morgan P.

    What an amazing experience with great instructors. We would highly recommend the 4 day GPR class! 3 days learning great new skills in a hellcat then transferring that all to a fully packed day in a formula 4 car! We will be back soon!

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    Dave K.

    I could not be happier with the experience I had attending the 4 day Grand Prix training. After completing the school my car control abilities have significantly increased. My instructor Danny was extremely knowledgeable and patient. I can't wait to comeback and take the advanced class. The accommodations and staff at Radford are second to none.

    Wow what a great time! Lead and follow on the track was amazing. Instructors were super friendly and helpful. The cars were so fun to drive. Will definitely be back!

    Scott W.

    Very professional staff that treated all of us without any intimidation making for all levels of driving comfortable and most of all fun! I will be coming back with my kids for the two day course next. I would like to say thanks to the instructors and Tommy Anderson for making this such a great time!

    Erik D.

    Incredible two days of the HP class with my kids. It was a dream for 22 years and the outcome was better than the dream. Will is a fantastic instructor and the team together were a championship team. I will be back!

    Julie K.

    My husband bought me a Dodge Hellcat last year for my birthday. This year, for my birthday, he bought me a 3 day driving course at Radford Racing School! BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT EVER!!! My cheeks hurt from grinning ear to ear for 3 days! When he first told me he was sending me to the Radford School of Racing, my first thought was, "SWEET! When I get home, I can drive even faster!". Remarkably, I learned SO much, now, I only want to go home and drive it safely and efficiently! The instructors encouraged you to push the limit and find your comfort level. In doing so, it was eye opening to me to realize that on a controlled skills track, I was that "idiot" I complain about flying by me, snaking in and out of traffic when I'm in a car. I also parked in the left lane to go faster! Now I understand how scary speeding really is and driving in the middle lane(s) gives me better, safer options to avoiding an accident. I will be applying all the knowledge I learned when I get home. As a 56 years old, I felt I knew it all! I was invincible and totally fearless driving down the freeway. What I learned at Radford is I'm truly NOT invincible. I'm grateful I've never been in an accident and hurt/killed someone on the roads with me, or myself. We learned how to drive in safe and unsafe conditions, weight distribution and how it affects the handling of your car at various speeds, heel toe shifting, steering wheel control, how to listen to your car when it's trying to tell you something, ABS braking, CPR (Correct, Pause, Recover), over & under steering both in the car you're driving and in a skid car, quick reaction techniques, and so many other skills I was never taught in Drivers Ed 50 years ago! We were trained by TOP NOTCH instructors, all of whom are professional racers by hobby or profession. Some pretty famous racers teach and practice at Radford! It was an honor to get to work with such knowledgeable, compassionate, encouraging staff! Even though I was driving the schools car, which can be scary when you're unfamiliar with it & it's capability, the instructors take you through the garage so you can meet the mechanics, again, most of whom race also! You're encouraged to look around, come and ask as many questions as you like, any time you like! That gave me peace of mind knowing I could completely trust their knowledge and experience, which allowed me to push both myself and the car because they shared their background and skill set. That made a HUGE difference for me on track time! I wasn't hesitant, fearful, or afraid to do what I'd just been trained to do because I wasn't focused of something going wrong mechanically! You'll receive classroom time, skills training & free time on your own at various tracks. You never felt rushed, you were encouraged to ask questions, and instructors are available to ride with you while helping you through your concerns. The buildings are immaculately clean & the garage is spotless! There are numerous cars around the facility to admire, a very cool museum, student lounge areas, ample classrooms and an event center. Radford provides lunch, free snacks, bottled water, Gatorade, sodas, etc. ! Many parents put their new teenage drivers through Radford too! I felt that was a brilliant idea & worth every penny spent! Those kids got invaluable classroom training & instructor time with hands on experience in a 500 HP car! The skills they learn may save their life, or another's now because they know the proper techniques to navigate a car and/or the road conditions if they lose control. They'll learn best accident avoidance strategies, car control & what can happen when driving to fast, and how to strategize should something happen. Your child's life is priceless, this school is worth saving their lives! Buying them a Radford Racing School course would make a GREAT graduation gift, birthday, or Christmas gift! You'll have peace of mind knowing the money invested in your child's safety was the best investment you'll ever make! It would make a great team building experience, a bachelor/bachelorette experience, or a Dad/Child (Mom/child) bonding experience! I can't highly recommend Radford Racing School enough! I can't wait to go back and take some of their other courses! You'll make a great choice choosing Radford and you won't be sorry you did! Age doesn't matter! You're never too old to learn and have fun doing it! CHOOSE RADFORD SCHOOL OF RACING!

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    Super fun and the staff are very nice. Highly recommended. The best part is the autocross.

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    NControl Driving School

    4.5(47 reviews)
    13.0 mi

    I signed my daughter up for the most expensive training program. After completing it, and some…read moreadditional hourly drives, she was still not comfortable driving. Since I was a loyal customer, and my daughter still needed a lot of work behind the wheel, I asked if we could have a small discount on our next hourly session. To my surprise, they said no. I took my business elsewhere and within 3 hours my daughter finally understood how the traffic lights in Arizona typically flow and how to turn left on a flashing yellow. NControl isn't bad. But if you're wanting the best, this isn't it.

    NControl Driving School was excellent for my teenage driver…read more I was referred to NControl by friends and co-workers who used them for their teenagers and had nothing but great things to say. I loved Nikki in the office. She was my first impression to NControl and she is AWESOME! She was very informative and could relate to a new teenage driver being on the road. Nikki got my teenager enrolled and we were off and driving pretty quick. We were able to schedule our lessons ahead of time so long as my driver was doing his "homework" between lessons. The driving sessions are 2 hours long, which is (was) long for a teenager, but we built up to those with several 60-90 minute sessions at home. The skid pad day was fun as it actually rained for a little bit giving the drivers some wet conditions. All of the instructors were very patient and professional, but I have to say Chuck was the favorite as my son had him twice for lessons. If you are in the east valley and need a great driving school, NControl is a no brainer!

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    Stop and Go Driving School - Instructor Volker Eckert, Goes by Mike because he has a strong German accent.

    Stop and Go Driving School

    4.2(88 reviews)
    10.5 mi
    Speaks Spanish
    29 years in business

    I decided to use Stop and Go based strictly that it was one of the closest driving schools to our…read moreresidence. My husband and I both have large trucks and my teenager really didn't feel comfortable driving either when he first received his permit. I found the package that would best fit our needs on the website. Ten hours in car driving with them administering the DMV road test with the last lesson. After paying for the lessons they send the recipient an online gift certificate. Booking online was a breeze. Photos and times available for each instructor easy to maneuver. After three lessons the instructor did state my son needed some more in car driving practice prior to booking his last lesson / road test. After each lesson the instructor emails a report on what needs to be worked on before the next lesson. Both instructors my son had showed up on time and were personable and answered our questions. So easy having them pickup at my home. Pricing competitive to others, but priceless in my book. Driving with these men gave my son the confidence he needed behind the wheel. Totally recommend and we didn't have to stand in line at DMV.

    My daughter became much more confident and the instructors were really great. They took her…read moredowntown, on freeways and performed her test at the end. Worth every penny

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    Chandler Driving School - It will take some time before they perfect the Self-Driving Car

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    3.9(18 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    From signing up and scheduling classes with Billie, to having a wonderful, caring driving…read moreinstructor Diane, this experience has been wonderful!! Would nightly recommend this company. They even can pick up your student from your home and drop them back off after their driving lesson.

    DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SIGN UP FOR COURSES! UNPROFESSIONAL AND AWFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE! If you are not a…read morereturning family, DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME trying to sign up for a course. For some of us who only have one child who will be driving in our families, they do not want your business, it appears. LOOK AT OTHER DRIVING SCHOOLS! Do not waste your precious time waiting until the 16th of the month to even try to sign up for courses. I was told to call at 10am on the 16th of the month and I could sign up with the office person. I wasted 2 weeks and a half hour of my time waiting to sign my child up for a course, and was told at 10:30am that all the intermediate courss were full and there was only 1 novice course was available. The phone was busy or was forwarded to a completely different number for a half hour, then when my call was answered at 10:33am, I was told the courses were full for the entire month of July except 1 course, which was not the right course for my child. The person who answered the phone was so rude and condescondescending. I told them when I called the office 2 weeks ago, I was told to call at 10am and if they only started answering how did all of the courses fill in 3 minutes. When I asked how all of the courses could have filled, they said "Do you reall want me to explain to you?". They only open their phone lines at 10:30 and all of the courses were filled by returning families. They played the "I don't know who you talked to 2 weeks ago" card, then continued to be defensive about their flawed business model and terrible customer service. Maybe if you are a returning family, this place is decent, but if you are not a returning family, DON'T EVEN WASTE YOUR TIME with a phone call or any further research on this company.

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