Driving Lessons in Basildon

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How to decide which driving instructor is best for you in Basildon

We get that you’re looking for a driving instructor who:

• Makes you feel confident
• Makes the whole experience fun
• Won’t cost an arm and a leg!

For that reason, here are 4 easy steps to make sure you choose the right driving school in Basildon

1. Compare reviews

Reading reviews is a great way to anticipate what your experience will be like with the driving schools in Basildon. Be sure to select your review sites carefully - some can be a bit dodgy. Make sure you are reading reviews from legitimate customers.

2. Beware of terms and conditions

If you’re like most people, the chances are you usually tick the box to say you’ve read the terms and conditions even if you haven’t. But in this scenario, it’s important that you read them carefully. Some driving schools have hidden policies, like making your driving lessons expire if you don’t use them all within a short timeframe. Don’t get caught out!

3. Make sure you can switch instructors

Check that your driving school in Basildoncan pair you up with a new instructor easily if you decide you want to swap.

4. Do they have long waiting times?

Imagine booking your driving lessons only to find out that you can't start for ages. It can happen. Many driving schools in Basildonwon’t tell you their waiting times upfront unless you ask directly. So again, don’t get caught out!

Deciding on a test centre

When the time is right, you’ll need to choose a driving test centre. A good driving instructor in Basildon will advise on the whole test centre experience to make sure you're setup to pass.

To see all of the DVSA test centres near you, check the DVSA website.

Test tips from driving instructors in Basildon

Driving instructors in Basildon have let us in on their secrets for passing the driving test first time in the area.

1. Practise driving on rural roads

Our driving instructors in Basildon say that rural roads can be difficult because usually, you’re permitted to drive on them at the national speed limit, but that’s not always an appropriate speed.

Extra practice on country road driving will help you to set the right speed for the journey.

2. Drive defensively

When you’re driving in urban settings you need to be aware that not all drivers will drive well, or even follow the highway code! Make sure that you anticipate the behaviour of other drivers and adapt your own driving accordingly.

3. Directions aren’t the be all and end all.

You’ll receive directions from both the examiner and a sat nav at different points in your driving test. If you realise you’re in the wrong lane at the last minute, it might be dangerous to correct yourself. If that’s the case, it’s fine to make a wrong turn - it’s more important to drive safely than to follow directions accurately, and our local driving instructors say that you’re unlikely to be penalised.

Choosing between manual and automatic

One question you'll need to answer before you begin your lessons is: Do I want to take manual or automatic driving lessons?.

With an automatic licence, you’re qualified to drive automatic cars, whereas with a manual driving licence, you’re qualified to drive both manuals and automatics. Flexibility is the main plus point with learning in a manual.

Manual lessons are often cheaper as automatic instructors are few and far between. A manual offers the driver a bit more control over the vehicle - especially on windy rural roads where a gear change can help you navigate twists, turns and hill climbs more effectively.

Taking automatics driving lessons may allow you to pass faster as you have less to learn such as clutch control.Driving in heavy traffic can also be more straightforward as there's no clutch and gear changes to worry about. So if you're after a motor to drive about Basildons busy roads, an automatic may be for you.

There are pros and cons to both, so it's worth spending some time to research and decide before you start.

Where we offer driving lessons in Basildon

Regardless of where you live in Basildonor the surrounding areas, our top quality driving instructors can help get you on the road.