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Freedom Wheels Driving School is committed to providing high-quality driving education and personalized instruction in Brandon, Valrico, and Riverview. Our state certified instructors help students of all skill levels develop the confidence and skills needed to pass their driving tests and become responsible, safe drivers. Join our community for driving tips, updates, and support on your journey to driving success.
David Tyre
Owner/Driving Instructor
Certified Instructor for Commercial Driving Schools by the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Five Years of Driving Instructor Experience
“Being a driving instructor is more than just a job to me, it’s a passion. There’s nothing more fulfilling than knowing you’ve helped someone become a safe and responsible driver. I believe that with the right instruction and guidance, anyone can become a confident and skilled driver on the road.”
Raj Hudek
Owner/Chief Operating Officer
As COO, I handle day-to-day operations and oversee various aspects of the business, including marketing, customer service, and financial management.
“I may not be behind the wheel, but I’m always in the driver’s seat when it comes to making sure our business runs smoothly.”
Daniel Caban
State Certified Driving Instructor for Wheels
Daniel Caban, a retired military helicopter pilot and state-certified driving instructor, brings a wealth of expertise to Freedom Wheels Driving School. Holding a CDL and with years of experience in driver education, he is passionate about fostering safer driving habits. Fluent in English and Spanish, Daniel is dedicated to connecting with and educating a diverse student base.
“Having navigated the skies, I now enjoy guiding new drivers through the rules of the road. At Freedom Wheels, I apply military precision to driving instruction, ensuring each lesson is as informative as it is engaging. Join me on this journey to become a skilled and cautious driver. Let’s steer towards safety and confidence together.”
Will Zinnerman
State Certified Driving Instructor
Will Zinnerman, a retired nuclear missile launch commander, brings precision, discipline, and a deep sense of responsibility to Freedom Wheels Driving School. In his retirement, Will is committed to giving back to the community by transforming new drivers into safe, aware, and confident individuals. He loves the role of teacher and takes pride in contributing to public safety.
“In my previous career, I was responsible for incredibly powerful technology. Now, I apply the same level of care and precision to a different, but equally important task—teaching driving. My goal is to equip you with the skills you need to drive safely and confidently, ensuring you are prepared for the road ahead. I’m really excited to embark on this journey to mastery together and make the roads safer for everyone.”
Arthur Arias
State Certified Driving Instructor
Arthur Arias, a dedicated family man and a respected member of the Tampa Board of Realtors, brings a unique perspective to Freedom Wheels Driving School. As a war veteran honored with the National Defense Medal and the Liberation of Kuwait Medal, he applies his disciplined approach to every driving lesson. With a profound respect for nature and a love for long walks and swimming, Arthur integrates mindfulness and alertness into his teaching methods.
“From my years safeguarding our nation to now promoting safety on our roads, I believe a good driver is always alert and aware, constantly anticipating other drivers’ moves. At Freedom Wheels, I prioritize teaching driving with a safety-first approach. Join me to embrace the responsibility of driving and learn the skills to navigate the roads securely and confidently.”
Freedom
Flagship Instruction Vehicle
Meet Freedom, our flagship Hyundai Tucson SEL – a beacon of safety and comfort for every student driver. Reliable and ready, she ensures top-notch driver education
“Hi, I’m Freedom, the trusted 2023 Hyundai Tucson SEL at Freedom Wheels. My mission? Ensuring student safety and comfort on their journey to confident driving. Seeing their progress brings joy to my… dashboard!” ~Freedom~
Wheels
Featured Instruction Vehicle
Introducing Wheels, our dynamic Hyundai Tucson SEL – the agile companion for every aspiring driver. Sprightly and secure, he’s your guide to mastering the roads with ease.
“Hey there, I’m Wheels, the spirited 2024 Hyundai Tucson SEL at Freedom Wheels. My goal? To navigate you through the twists and turns of learning to drive with precision and agility. Witnessing your transformation into a confident road warrior is what fuels my engine!” ~Wheels~
Freedom Gallery
Experience the driving accomplishments of our students and staff through our Freedom Gallery.
An amazing student of ours posing with Freedom after receiving his driver’s license!
- Collin
Aaron is one of our Legacy students and aced the driver’s exam and is now licensed and Road Ready!
- Aaron
We are super proud of your enthusiam and hard work Jahnique! We’re proud to have you as an OG Freedom Wheels Family Member. Drive safe and be free Jahnique!!!
- Jahnique
David says you’re gonna make an amazing driver Brandon! We’re stoked you’re part of the Freedom Wheels Family!
- Brandon
We’re super proud of your achievement Trystyn! Take to the open road, but remember, you have to drive safe to be free!!!
- Trystyn
You earned ever square inch of that license Kaela! Great job and enjoy the freedom of the open road!
- Kaela
We are so happy to call you a Freedom Wheels Family Member! Congratulations on getting your license Sherry! You earned it with all the hard work you put in!
- Sherry
Congratulations to Casie Rodriguez on acing the test and joining the Freedom Wheels Family – way to go! #NewDriverAlert #FreedomWheelsSuccess
- Casie
TRUSTED BY OUR STUDENTS
We are proud to have earned the trust and satisfaction of our students.
Prasad Naik2024-08-20Thanks a lot Rajeev for the guidance provided and helping me out to get the admission. I really appreciate the training provided by Dan. It helped me enhance my knowledge behind the wheel and helped to boost my confidence for the road test. I was able to clear the road test in first attempt.Carlos Hernandez2024-08-06Great trainer help with the whole process couldn’t ask for anything betterrc2024-07-23More than prepares you for the road test! Dan was inspiring and built up my confidence for controlling the vehicle. I'm very grateful for all Dan's and Raj's help in getting my first driver's license!Katelyn Aragon2024-07-08Will, David, and Kelly are excellent instructors and Raj is very helpful! I would recommend Freedom Wheels to anyone hoping to get their license or get more confident with driving.Rym Hammoudi2024-07-06Kelly is a great person she helped me to be more confident in my driving, her instructions were simple and precise as well as she gave me all the advices I needed, thank you freedom wheels driving and thank u very much dear kellyAnastasia Aragona2024-07-06Very grateful to be recommended this company. I know there are so many options in Tampa for driving lessons, and it feels so overwhelming to pick, but this really was the right choice for me. I’ve sifted through all the reviews of the driving schools in my area, and I called several of them, but I knew this would be the one after calling and speaking to Raj. He was incredibly helpful and enjoyable to speak with, and I scheduled immediately. I have a more unique situation, I am licensed, but I haven’t driven in over a year because I had to sell my car. I wanted to make sure I was comfortable getting back on the road, and Raj was super sympathetic. I really appreciate that. My driving instructor Kelly, was out of this world. I specifically get nervous driving on highways, but she went above and beyond for me. Not to mention how calm and collected she is, if I had a child I would place 110% of my trust in Kelly to teach them and keep them safe. She is kind, and composed, and just a fantastic woman. Super grateful for this company helping me before I purchase my new vehicle. Thank you Kelly and Raj!