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Stay informed with the latest articles and updates about Florida learner's permits, driver education, and traffic safety from the DETS Course team. Our blog is dedicated to providing valuable insights, tips, and news to help you navigate the road to becoming a safe and responsible driver.

Mileage vs Age: Which Matters More When Buying a Used Car in 2026? | DetsCourse.com

Jul 15, 2026

A guide comparing mileage versus age when buying a used car, explaining why maintenance history outweighs both factors. Covers highway vs. city miles, rubber and plastic aging on low-mile old cars, age-based timing belt intervals, odometer fraud checks, and how new Florida drivers should weigh newer high-mile cars against older low-mile ones.

First-Time Car Buyer With No Credit: How Florida New Drivers Can Still Get a Car in 2026 | DetsCourse.com

Jul 15, 2026

A guide for Florida new drivers with no credit history covering five paths to a first car, including cash purchase, co-signer loans, credit union programs, dealer financing, and buy-here-pay-here traps. Includes credit-building strategies, what lenders look for beyond credit scores, and Florida title and insurance requirements.

Printable Used Car Checklist Template: Every Item to Verify Before You Buy in 2026 | DetsCourse.com

Jul 15, 2026

A complete printable used car checklist template organized into six sections (exterior, interior, under the hood, test drive, paperwork/title, seller questions) with specific inspection items and deal-breaker signs for each. Designed for new Florida drivers to print and use at any seller's location, with Florida-specific flood, AC, and title checks.

Is The Florida DETS Course Approved By The DHSMV?

Jul 13, 2026

Yes, the Florida DETS course is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). The 6-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety course is required for all minors ages 14-17 applying for a learner's permit, and state-authorized providers like DETSCourse.com offer the program online for $29.95 plus applicable fees.

4 Hour Basic Driver Improvement Course Online

Jul 12, 2026

The Florida 6-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course is the state-required online program for teens ages 14-17 seeking a learner's permit, available for $29.95 plus applicable fees at DETSCourse.com, and has replaced the old 4-hour TLSAE course as of August 1, 2025.

Is The DETS Course Required For New Drivers?

Jul 11, 2026

Yes, the 6-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course is now mandatory for all new drivers under 18 in Florida as of August 1, 2025, replacing the old 4-hour TLSAE. You can complete this state-approved course 100% online through DetsCourse.com for $29.95 plus applicable fees before applying for your learner's permit.

4 Hour Defensive Driving Course Florida Online

Jul 11, 2026

The 6-hour Florida Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course is the mandatory, state-approved online program for teens ages 14-17 seeking a Learner's Permit. Offered by DetsCourse.com and LowestPriceTrafficSchool.com for $29.95 plus applicable fees, this course replaced the old 4-hour TLSAE on August 1, 2025, and is approved in all 67 Florida counties.

Buying a Second Hand Car: Essential Tips for Florida Drivers 2026 | DetsCourse.com

Jul 7, 2026

Expert tips for buying a second hand car in Florida. Compare dealership vs private seller, spot red flags, check for flood damage, and learn how driver education makes you a smarter buyer.

First Time Car Buyer's Guide to Buying Used in Florida 2026 | DetsCourse.com

Jul 7, 2026

Complete first-time car buyer guide for Florida 2026. Learn financing with no credit, first-time buyer programs, Florida DMV steps, and how driver education makes you a smarter buyer.

Pre-Purchase Used Car Checklist for New Florida Drivers 2026 | DetsCourse.com

Jul 7, 2026

Complete used car inspection checklist for new drivers in Florida. Beginner-friendly steps for exterior, interior, engine, and test drive checks plus Florida-specific flood and AC checks.