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Can a 16-year-old drive with passengers in Texas?
I just turned 16 and got a brand-new truck, which I’m super pumped about. As you can imagine, I’d love to drive my friends around as soon as possible. Does Texas law allow me to drive with them in the car?
Samuel Todd · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Wow, what a great combo—turning 16 and getting a truck! Though it depends on the circumstances, a 16-year-old who has a provisional license in
Texas
can usually drive with family members and one passenger who is under 21 in their vehicle.We’ll break it down for you step-by-step:
- Learner’s permit: First, if you’re 16 and still have your learner’s license, the only passenger you’ll be able to drive is an adult who is 21 years or older. Once you’ve had your learner’s license for six months and turned 16, you can get your provisional license.
- Provisional license: If you’ve got your provisional license, you’ve got a better shot at being able to carry passengers. You can drive your family members around, as well as one passenger who is under 21. So, you might not be able to show off your sweet new truck to all your friends right away, but you can still drive them one at a time.
- Adult license: Finally, once you’ve got your adult license (usually when you turn 18), you are free to drive without restrictions!
Now that you have your own car, you need to understand the
Texas traffic laws
. Familiarize yourself with these guidelines and practice safe driving, and you’ll be well on your way to securing a complete license with no restrictions! MORE: How to get cheap insurance for young drivers
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