About
Car & Driver Ed: Mobility w/a Mission A DMV-aligned youth driver education program by Our Generation Cares Car & Driver Ed is a youth-centered driver education program developed by Our Generation Cares (OGC) to address transportation inequity and expand access to safe, confident driving for underserved youth. The program combines DMV-aligned curriculum with real-world training in vehicle ownership, mobility literacy, and financial responsibility. This hybrid model includes 30 hours of interactive online coursework paired with in-person Car Ed Labs held at the OGCares Campus in Long Beach. Youth ages 14–26 gain critical driving knowledge while developing practical skills like tire changing, jumpstarts, fluid checks, error code diagnostics, budgeting for repairs, and emergency preparedness. A key component of the program is the restoration of a real project vehicle. Youth teams work together to evaluate, repair, and creatively upgrade the car—learning project management, mechanical basics, and cost analysis. Students also participate in a gamified competition, the Pit Crew Cup, where they apply teamwork, communication, and leadership while completing mobility challenges. To reinforce career readiness and digital skills, participants create driver-safety podcasts, design educational booths, and engage with local partners including DRIVER and GoKartit LA. The program is supported by community sponsors and leaders through the Youth Power Budget and Measure US. Car & Driver Ed provides a pathway to licensing, financial literacy, and greater independence. It prepares youth not only to pass their permit exam—but to navigate life with mobility, confidence, and care. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Our Generation Cares is currently (as of June 2025) in the DMV certification process to become an official provider. Updates will be shared with all participants. Mobility is freedom. Education is the key. Drive with purpose.
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