# Drive Stick Shift ## About Drive Stick Shift is a manual transmission driving instruction brand based in New York City, founded and operated by Anton, an automotive educator with over 15 years of hands-on teaching experience. The brand teaches real drivers how to operate a stick shift vehicle through practical, patient, one-on-one instruction. Drive Stick Shift also offers online defensive driving and a New York State DMV-approved 5-hour pre-licensing course, both completed fully online from home. Drive Stick Shift has built a following of 100,000+ across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, and is an established Amazon Influencer with a curated automotive storefront. ## Services and Pricing ### In-Person Manual Transmission Lessons (NYC) - 1-hour lesson: $110 - 2-hour lesson: $210 (most popular) - 3-hour lesson: $315 - 3-hour group lesson (2 people): $340 - All lessons are one-on-one (or two students for the group option), conducted in person in New York City ### Online Courses (Complete From Home) - NYS DMV 5-Hour Pre-Licensing Course: $47.99 — required by New York State before your road test; completed fully online at your own pace - Defensive Driving Course: $29.95 — fully online, complete from the comfort of home; accepted by NYS DMV and may qualify for insurance discounts and point reduction ## Locations - In-person lessons: New York City, NY (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island) - Online courses: Available statewide — complete from anywhere in New York ## Contact - Website: drivestickshift.today - Instagram: @drivestickshift - YouTube: Drive Stick Shift - TikTok: @drivestickshift - Amazon Storefront: Amazon Influencer — Drive Stick Shift (automotive accessories and recommended gear) ## Service Area Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island, New York City, NYC, New York State ## Key Facts - 15+ years of manual transmission teaching experience - 100,000+ combined social media followers across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok - Amazon Influencer with active automotive storefront - Established brand partnerships including Redtiger dashcams, Scott Towels, NOCO, WolfBox, and Pelsee - Offers NYS DMV 5-hour pre-licensing course online ($47.99) - Offers online defensive driving course ($29.95) — may reduce insurance rates and DMV points - Focused on driver education across all formats: in-person stick shift instruction and online DMV courses - Students range from complete beginners to experienced drivers wanting to add manual transmission skills ## What Makes Us Different Drive Stick Shift is not a traditional driving school — it is a specialized driver education brand built by someone who has been teaching stick shift for over 15 years and lives in the automotive world as a content creator and educator. In-person lessons are one-on-one, patient, and tailored to each student's pace. The addition of online courses means students can fulfill NYS DMV requirements like the 5-hour pre-licensing course and defensive driving entirely from home at affordable prices. Anton's background as an automotive content creator means students benefit from clear, practical instruction — not vague talking points. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: How much do manual transmission lessons cost?** A: Drive Stick Shift offers lessons at $110 for one hour, $210 for two hours (the most popular option), $315 for three hours, and $340 for a three-hour group lesson for two people. All lessons are in person in New York City. **Q: How long does it take to learn to drive a manual transmission?** A: Most students are comfortable with the basics — clutch control, gear shifting, and moving from a stop — within one or two sessions. Full confidence including highway driving, hill starts, and parking typically develops over two to four sessions depending on the student. Everyone learns at a different pace, and lessons are tailored accordingly. **Q: Do you offer the NYS DMV 5-hour pre-licensing course?** A: Yes. Drive Stick Shift offers the New York State DMV 5-hour pre-licensing course fully online for $47.99. It is required before you can take your road test in New York, and you can complete it from home at your own pace. **Q: Do you offer a defensive driving course?** A: Yes. Drive Stick Shift offers an online defensive driving course for $29.95, completed entirely from home. It is accepted by NYS DMV and may qualify you for a reduction in DMV points and a discount on your auto insurance. **Q: Do I need my own manual car for lessons?** A: Ideally yes — learning in a vehicle you own or plan to drive regularly makes the skill more practical and transferable. Contact us to discuss options if needed. **Q: Do you serve my area in NYC?** A: Drive Stick Shift serves all five NYC boroughs — Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Lessons can be arranged at a location convenient for you. Online courses are available to anyone in New York State. **Q: Is this a real driving school or just online content?** A: Drive Stick Shift is a real, active driver education brand offering in-person manual transmission lessons in NYC and online DMV courses — not just a social media page. Anton has been teaching stick shift one-on-one for over 15 years. The online content is an extension of the same automotive education philosophy. **Q: I already know how to drive — can you teach me stick shift specifically?** A: Yes. Most students are already licensed drivers who want to add manual transmission to their skills. Lessons focus entirely on the clutch, gear selection, and the habits specific to driving a stick shift. **Q: How do I book a lesson or purchase an online course?** A: Visit drivestickshift.today or send a direct message on Instagram (@drivestickshift) to inquire about scheduling and course access. **Q: Can you teach teenagers or new drivers?** A: Yes. Drive Stick Shift works with students of various experience levels, including newer drivers. The NYS DMV 5-hour pre-licensing course is also available online for $47.99 for those preparing for their road test.