Driving 101

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

We want to share our passion for driving with you! On this page you’ll find several helpful resources. For more information on driving we encourage you to visit the American Driving Association’s website and qualified local trainers. For more information on carriage history and restoration and the history of carriage driving we encourage you to visit the Carriage Association of America’s website.

Before you drive, check for harness and tack wear and vehicle soundness.

Take all necessary safety precautions including having a slow moving vehicle sign.

Be sure to check for water availability at driving locations and plan accordingly.

VIDEO RESOURCES

Highlights, Mission and Values of the American Driving Society

complements of the American Driving Society

MEET THE AMERICAN DRIVING SOCIETY

Our parent organization, The American Driving Society Inc. is the carriage driving affiliate to the United States Equestrian Federation. With over 3,000 members, the ADS represents carriage drivers in both the United States and Canada. Over 90 recognized competitions are held across North America.

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An Introduction to the Sport of Carriage Driving

complements of the American Driving Society and The Carriage Association of America

WELCOME TO THE
CARRIAGE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

The Carriage Association of America was founded in 1960; it is the oldest and largest international organization devoted to the preservation, restoration and use of horse-drawn carriages and sleighs. We’ve introduced thousands of people to the joy of collecting these vehicles, and to the pleasure of driving them.

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