September 2021 – A-1 Driving Schools | 19 Locations in Atlanta, GA

September 26th, 2021

Athens-Clarke County Commissioner DUI

The commissioner’s blood-alcohol content more than twice the legal limit, according to a police report!

An officer spotted a Black GMC Terrain on College Station Road. The officer wrote in their report that the driver, identified as Patrick Davenport, was suspected of DUI. Davenport’s blood-alcohol content registered at .216 during a breathalyzer test at Athens-Clarke County Jail.

It’s illegal to drive with a BAC of more than .08 in Georgia.

As the officer approached the car on College Station Road, they noticed the driver’s side front and rear tires were flat. The officer said Davenport was laying back in the driver’s seat when they tapped on the window.

“While the driver was looking at me and talking I could see his eyes bounce from side to side,” the officer wrote in their report.

The officer conducted a sobriety test and Davenport allegedly showed evidence of intoxication during multiple parts of the test.

The officer cuffed Davenport, who said he would consent to a breath test.

Davenport is an Athens native representing District 1. His initial term as a commissioner began in January 2019.

The next step for Patrick Davenport is to complete a clinical evaluation and the attendance of a DUI / Risk Reduction Program that’s certified/licensed by the Georgia Department of Driver’s Services before his driver’s license can be reinstated since he has been charged with one of the following:

DUI
Drug Possession
Other drug offenses
Under-age possession of drugs or alcohol

For more information about DUI School visit www.a1drivingschools.com or call (770) 962-9555!

September 26th, 2021

What To Know As A Teen Driver

The first couple of years of driving for a teenager are statistically the most dangerous of all. Teen drivers can lower their car crash risk by enrolling in a defensive driving course!

Teen drivers that graduate a defensive driving course can get the following benefits:

Learning the fundamentals of driving
- Teen drives will learn the traffic rules in a systemic way.
Builds confidence
- The first time behind the wheels can be a scary or stressful experience for a teen driver. Teen drivers can practice in a safe environment, where they can build confidence in their abilities and skills as they learn how to drive with the help of an experienced driver.
Shows them the risks
- Teen drivers need to be aware that driving is dangerous. Being too nervous is dangerous, but if a teen driver is not nervous at all, it means he is not aware of how risky driving can be. Teens will learn how dangerous driving can be and what risks are involved. They will also learn how to avoid those risks.
Learning the consequences
- In this course, teens will learn about the effects of driving under influence (DUI). Teen drivers will also learn they will have to take responsibility for their safety and the safety of others.
Practice time
- Teenagers will practice their driving skills in a safe, supervised environment. Teen drivers can learn driving techniques from qualified instructors and can develop their skills.
Learn the state’s laws
- Traffic laws differ from one state to another. Depending on which state the teen driver is taking the course, he will be presented with the laws of that state.
Cheaper insurance premiums
- Insurance companies place the teen drivers in the high-risk category, thus they have to pay more for their insurance. One way for teen drivers to lower their car insurance rates is by graduating a defensive driving course.

For additional info about class schedules or to see A-1’s 19 convenient locations call (770)962-9555 or visit us at www.a1drivingschools.com!

September 18th, 2021

Chevy Bolt Battery Recall

GM has announced that it is recalling every Chevrolet Bolt made to date, including new electric utility vehicle models, over concerns that a manufacturing defect in the cars’ LG-made batteries could cause a fire.

The recall now numbers 141,000 electric vehicles over six model years, every Bolt the company has built since sales began in December 2016.

No schedules have been given for any cell replacements. Roughly a dozen fires in Bolt EVs have been publicly identified. To date, no injuries or deaths are attributed to the problem.

GM initially advised owners to limit charging, but it then announced that it would recall 69,000 early Bolt EVs to replace the suspect packs, which it said would cost about $800 million.

GM will replace defective lithium-ion battery modules in Chevrolet Bolt EVs and EUVs with new lithium- ion modules. They will notify customers when replacement parts are ready. Until then, owners should following these guidelines:

Set your vehicle to a 90 percent state of charge limitation using Hilltop Reserve mode (for 2017-2018 model years) or Target Charge Level (for 2019-2022 model years) mode. Instructions on how to do this are available in the videos below. If you unable to successfully make these changes, or do not feel comfortable making these changes, GM is asking you to visit your dealer to have these adjustments completed.
Charge your vehicle more frequently and avoid depleting their battery below approximately 70 miles (113 kilometers) of remaining range, where possible.
Park your vehicle outside immediately after charging and do not leave your vehicle charging indoors overnight.

Whether you have been driving for years or you are a brand new driver, A-1 offers classes that will help you brush up on some rules and regulations before it’s too late.

If you have a clean driving record for 3 years, you may take the 6-hour Defensive Driving Program to receive a 10% -15% discount on your auto insurance premium. The insurance discount percentage is determined by your insurance company.

For more information about class schedules or to see A-1’s 19 convenient locations call (770)962-9555 or visit us at www.a1drivingschools.com!