ESX Driving School Script - Professional License Testing System for FiveM
Transform your FiveM server into a realistic driving education hub with this comprehensive ESX Driving School Script. Designed for roleplay servers that demand authenticity, this script delivers a complete licensing system where players must earn their driving privileges through theory tests and practical driving exams. Whether you're running a strict roleplay community or adding depth to your server's economy, this driving school system creates meaningful progression and immersive gameplay that keeps players engaged.
The script integrates seamlessly with ESX framework servers, providing server administrators with a turnkey solution for managing driver's licenses, instructor roles, and educational content. Players experience the satisfaction of earning their credentials through skill-based challenges, while server owners benefit from a new revenue stream and enhanced roleplay opportunities. From beginners learning the rules of the road to experienced drivers seeking commercial licenses, this system supports multiple license tiers and customizable exam content.
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Core Features That Power Realistic Driver Education
- Theory Examination System - Comprehensive written tests with customizable question banks covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Administrators can easily add, edit, or remove questions to match their server's specific traffic rules and roleplay standards.
- Practical Driving Tests - Route-based driving exams that evaluate players on speed control, traffic law compliance, parking skills, and overall vehicle handling. The script tracks infractions in real-time, providing instant feedback and fair scoring.
- Multiple License Categories - Support for various license types including standard automobile licenses, commercial vehicle permits, and motorcycle endorsements. Each category can have unique requirements and examination criteria tailored to your server's needs.
- Instructor Role Management - Dedicated instructor job with permissions to administer tests, review results, and issue licenses. Perfect for creating roleplay employment opportunities and generating player-to-player interactions.
- Automated Scoring System - Fair and consistent grading that eliminates bias and ensures every player faces the same standards. The system automatically calculates test results based on configurable pass/fail thresholds.
- Database Integration - Seamless ESX database connectivity that stores player license records, test history, and certification status. All data persists across server restarts and character sessions.
- Configurable Pricing - Set custom fees for theory tests, practical exams, and license renewals to integrate the driving school into your server's economic ecosystem. Prices can be adjusted based on license type and complexity.
- Multi-Language Support - Built-in localization framework allows you to translate all UI elements, questions, and notifications into your preferred language, making the script accessible to international communities.
- Test Cooldown Timers - Prevent exam spam with configurable retry delays that encourage players to prepare properly between attempts. Administrators can set different cooldown periods for theory versus practical tests.
- Result Notifications - Clear visual feedback shows players their exam performance, including which questions they missed or what driving infractions they committed, creating learning opportunities from failures.
Perfect For These Server Types
- Serious Roleplay Communities - Servers that prioritize realistic character progression and consequences for unlicensed driving will find this script essential for maintaining immersion and legal roleplay scenarios.
- Economy-Focused Servers - Generate legitimate income streams for your server's government jobs while creating meaningful money sinks that help balance your economic systems.
- Law Enforcement RP - Give police departments a valid reason to conduct traffic stops and issue citations. Unlicensed drivers create natural crime scenarios and enforcement opportunities.
- Civilian Job Servers - Add the driving instructor as a viable employment option that provides players with engaging work opportunities beyond typical job scripts.
- Educational RP Environments - Servers focused on teaching new players proper driving etiquette and traffic rules benefit from the structured learning this system provides.
Technical Specifications
- Framework: ESX Legacy compatible (tested on ESX 1.9.x and ESX Legacy 1.10.x+)
- Database: MySQL/MariaDB with automatic table creation on first launch
- Performance: Optimized code with minimal server resource consumption, typically under 0.05ms resmon during active tests
- Dependencies: Requires es_extended and mysql-async or oxmysql for database operations
- UI Framework: Clean, responsive interface that works across all screen resolutions and aspect ratios
- Conflict Handling: Designed to work alongside other vehicle scripts without interference or compatibility issues
Installation Overview
Getting your driving school operational takes just minutes with our straightforward setup process:
- Extract and Place Files - Download the script package and extract it to your server's resources folder following the included directory structure.
- Import Database - Run the provided SQL file to create necessary database tables for storing license records and exam configurations.
- Configure Settings - Open the config.lua file and customize exam locations, pricing, question banks, and driving test routes to match your server's map and economy.
- Add to server.cfg - Ensure the resource starts after your ESX framework by placing it in the correct load order within your server configuration file.
- Set Permissions - Assign the driving instructor job to designated players or create the job in your ESX jobs table if it doesn't already exist.
- Restart Server - Complete the installation with a full server restart to initialize all components and database connections.
Framework Compatibility
- ✅ ESX Legacy - Fully compatible with ESX Legacy (1.10.x+) with all modern features supported including shared events and updated syntax.
- ✅ ESX 1.9.x - Works perfectly with older ESX 1.9.x builds for servers that haven't migrated to Legacy yet.
- ⚠️ QBCore - Not natively compatible with QBCore framework; designed specifically for ESX architecture and database structure.
- ⚠️ Standalone - Requires ESX framework for player management, job systems, and license tracking functionality.
What Makes This Driving School Script Stand Out
Unlike basic license scripts that simply charge a fee and grant instant access, this comprehensive system demands actual player engagement and skill demonstration. The theory exams test knowledge retention, while practical tests evaluate real driving ability under pressure. This creates genuine achievement when players pass their tests and adds weight to the license system on your server. The script's flexibility allows complete customization of difficulty - you can make it as easy or challenging as your community prefers.
The integrated instructor role transforms what could be a boring NPC interaction into dynamic player-to-player roleplay. Driving instructors become valued community members who help newcomers while earning income, creating natural mentorship opportunities. The configurable question banks and test routes mean you're never locked into default content - update your exams seasonally, add server-specific rules, or create specialty licenses that reflect unique aspects of your community.
Performance optimization ensures the script runs smoothly even during peak server hours with multiple simultaneous exams. The database integration is robust and reliable, preventing license duplication or data corruption issues that plague lesser scripts. Clear admin commands provide server managers with the tools needed to manually adjust licenses when necessary, handle edge cases, or reset player progress for second-chance scenarios.
Enhancing Your Server's Roleplay Economy
Driving schools represent realistic government services that every functioning roleplay society needs. By requiring licenses for legal vehicle operation, you create natural consequences for crime and additional layers to your server's legal system. Police gain another tool for interaction during traffic stops, courts can handle license suspension cases, and government workers have oversight responsibilities for the certification program.
The revenue generated from testing fees flows into your server's economy, whether that's funding police departments, government salaries, or public infrastructure projects. You control the pricing structure to ensure it's accessible to new players while still meaningful enough to prevent frivolous attempts. Failed test fees create money sinks that help control inflation, while successful candidates celebrate their investment paying off with new capabilities.
Support and Updates
This ESX Driving School Script comes ready for immediate deployment with comprehensive documentation covering installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. The clean, well-commented code makes modifications straightforward for administrators who want to customize beyond the config options. Whether you're adding it to an established server or building a new community, this script provides the foundation for realistic driver licensing that enhances immersion and creates engaging gameplay moments.
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