Recently moved here and the service I received great and was fast. They were very helpful and…read morepatient with me as I gathered my paperwork to finish the process of getting my license.

Georgia has a fair number of online services. They do require you to present hard copy documents to…read moreget a new license, of course. There was an option to fill out an application online, so my question having done that was if I brought in all the documents they asked for (with a few extras on hand just in case), would everything go smoothly? And it did. I was subject to an initial greeting where my purpose for being there was verified and I took a number and got in line. In the middle of the afternoon, it was less than ten minutes before I was seen. Presenting my stuff, doing a couple of quick tests, and paying a pretty reasonable fee, I was out of there in probably less than half an hour total. Now, some people have more complicated situations, and some people clearly don't check out all the online resources before coming, but at least from my perspective it was a pretty smooth experience and the people working there seemed like they knew what they were doing.

Ehhhhhhhhhh...... I think giving this DDS 3 stars is almost…read moretoo generous. I haven't been in here in about three years or so, and that was when I first got my Georgia driver's license (purely because my home state license expired, and I could not renew it online). This DDS is usually VERY crowded, and quite noisy as well. The way they do their system is kind of funky, and a little annoying, but if you can skate through on a weekday during everyone's normal working hours, you shouldn't be in there too long. I went a couple weeks ago on a Friday afternoon to get an endorsement added to my license, and it was fairly painless for the most part. The employees are definitely hit or miss, sometimes you get a super nice one and sometimes you get a... not so nice one. Either way, I make it a point to not go to this DDS, but it was the closest one to where I was at the moment, so I just decided to stop there.

Nicole M.'s review posted 2 years ago referring to a visit from 3 years ago means that her review…read moreis possibly from about 5 years form the date of my writing this review in 06-2019. I have had to visit this location on Mike Padgett Highway several times this year. When Nicole wrote her review I would agree with her. However they have added someone who asks while you wait in line "Why you are here?". This addition is incredibly valuable. In the past I have watched people wait in line only to be told they are not even in the right office or being told they need a document they don't have with them after waiting 1-2 hours. Since adding this person service has become highly valuable. Things stay moving even when fully loaded. Customers are much happier knowing their wait has been minimized even before they get to the counter. Also that person can direct customers to online features they can use while waiting in line. They have even added two computers terminals for this process and often people just start helping each other. So even that 80-90 year old grandma or grandpa can be assisted in a way that gets them through with a kind of speed I have never witnessed before. I used an online feature before coming in, that's right from home, got a number, sat down and was called in 5 minutes and helped in about 2 minutes. If they maintain this level of service I will raise the rating from a 4 star to a 5 star.

--Location/Parking-- Limited parking in the front and back…read moreof the building. The parking lot looks to be used for truck driving testing when I was there. --Ambience-- Typical 60s office vibe with plenty of chairs in the center of the wait area. --Service/Staff-- Staff was friendly in helping with all your DMV services --Food/Products-- Varies depending on if you have your paperwork ready. --Capacity-- Can hold over 30 plus people, but be warned if you are coming in during lunch time. --Overall-- One of the hidden locations in South Carolina which gets you in and out quickly, but avoid the lunch time crowd.

Trash customer service. Women Employees would rather give you and attitude then an ear to actively…read morelisten. I paid 300 dollars because the employee didnt know how to listen then was gaslit and dismisse. Horrible impression of this state from a veteran trying to register. Do better South Carolina! Catch up!

Horrible Communication!…read more I heard about this school from a friend. I decided to call and book for my son. When I initially called I spoke with a lady who told me that this course was a week long course and that I could pay extra to have the driving test administered there. That way at the end of the week my son would be able to get a drivers license if he passed. I thought..why not? I am thinking back to HS where you do both classroom and driving instruction each day. I tried to ask as many questions as I could, but the lady seemed put out that I was asking them and wasn't really forthcoming with anything other than answering what I asked. The week before my son was to attend, I was then told that no, the first week is instruction only and then you have to schedule to drive the following week. So I asked, this is a two week course instead of one? She told me it was 6 hours of driving, but it has to be scheduled, so more like an additional 2-3 days. On the day we drop my son off I am handed paperwork. I have to list all the days and times of availability for the next 6-8 weeks. What?! I was told a week, then a week and 6 hours.. now its 6-8 weeks before they can be scheduled to drive? The miscommunication is unbelievable. So unprofessional.

Great experience! Good instruction, and my daughter was confident going into the driving test at…read moreDDS. Thanks to your school for helping my daughter get her driver's license.

Chad has been the best help life and auto insurance! I highly recommend this office for all your…read moreinsurance needs. Everyone here is so friendly so stop by or call Chad's office!

Y'all, There are a lot of companies out there who claim to have such great customer service... yeah…read morewell, I will give HUGE props to Chad Stalvey and his staff. Jackie and Emily deserve a raise! Top notch, and they knew their facts inside and out --- a new driver will be in the house soon! (Ummm...yay, lower rates?? Haahaaa) AND the discount program rocks!! Thx!

Couldn't get into DMV for a road test for 4 MONTHS. The owner searched out a cancellation, I called…read moreback and she was able to schedule me sooner. Very calm and professional service. Highly recommended.

All I can say is if you are in need of an instructor PLEASE CHOOSE THIS SCHOOL!! Very professional…read moreand friendly and explains very clearly Every procedure ... I took 2 lessons with her and learned more than I had with taking lessons with Aiken Driving academy in 2 months' Was even stood up once for a lesson!! And no one ever even apologized...(very unpleasant experience).. SOUTHLAND DRIVING SCHOOL IS THE NUMBER ONE SCHOOL FOR OBTAINING YOUR LICENSE IN THIS AREA!!

After witnessing the poor decisions made by the student under the supervision of this driving…read moreschool, it is clear that the instructors are subpar to say the least. You do not drive below the speed limit in the left lane for extended periods of time. If your student is nervous, they should be in the right lane at all times except to make a left turn. Not driving in that lane for over a mile causing a traffic jam. Please do better.

The staff is incredibly rude to the children. We were aware before sending our child here they…read moreweren't the nicest, but with my most recent they were ridiculous. They wouldn't let her in for her clothes even though they were in dress code, but because her legs were still showing they were upset. They are very sexist when it comes to the dress code and only target the young girls. In class, my daughter would talk about the offensive jokes the instructor would make pertaining to either sexism or racism, and he made her uncomfortable. She also stated that the instructor often made students feel dumb, yelled at students, and even belittled teenagers who were not in the class and mocked them to the students calling them "idiots". They are extremely high and mighty, even though they have a 1.9/5 star review on yelp. It is surprising they haven't received the hint for the past 5+ years.

Just wanted to thank Upstate Rider Training for such a great and fun experience. They helped make…read moreit fun. I learned a alot from both instructors. They showed you the right way and the safest way to control your bike. Really nothing bad about the course it actually opened up my eyes to things I thought I knew but actually didn't. I would highly recommend beginners or veteran riders take this course. Never hurts to gain more experience. Thank you again for a fun and learning experience.

Had a great Saturday with the 3 wheeled motorcycle, learned a lot. I would highly recommend Upstate…read moreRider Training to anyone wanting to learn or further their motorcycle training. And a shout out to D2 motorsports for the hospitality.