Many people in the United States need cars to get to work and school. In fact, most US workers spend an hour driving to work each day. In order to drive in the US, you have to go to your local (当地的) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) (机动车辆管理局) and take a written test to get your learner’s permit (执照). If you pass this test, you can practice driving for a while so that you can pass a road test and get your license. The DMV has free booklets (小册子) that you can use to study for your learner’s permit. You can also access (获取) information online and even take a practice written exam.