Driving Lessons in Inverness

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Deciding on a driving instructor in Inverness

When looking for a driving instructor; you need someone who:

• Builds your confidence
• Makes learning fun
• Won’t charge a fortune!

So here are 4 simple steps to make sure you find a top driving instructor in Inverness

1. Compare reviews

Reading reviews is a great way to anticipate what your experience will be like with the driving schools in Inverness. Just make sure that you read reviews collated by independent sources, like Google reviews.

2. Read the terms and conditions

Let's face it - most of us never read the terms and conditions but it’s important that you do read them carefully when booking lessons. Local driving schools can often have hidden policies especially around expiry dates for unused driving lessons so don’t get caught out!

3. Make sure you can switch instructors

Check that your driving school in Invernesscan sort you out with someone new if you do need to swap. Some schools are too small to allow for this so it's worth checking up front.

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 Invernesswon’t tell you their waiting times upfront unless you ask directly. So again, don’t get caught out!

Choosing your test centre

When the time is right, you’ll need to choose a driving test centre. Your driving instructor in Inverness will help you find the test centre that's right for you.

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

Top tips from instructors in Inverness

Local driving instructors in Inverness have shared thier insider tips for passing your test.

1. Practise driving on rural roads

Our driving instructors in Inverness have highlighted rural roads as a tricky ""one to watch"" as you’re allowed to drive at the national speed limit, but sometimes that’s not the appropriate speed for the conditions.

Take extra time to practise judging a sensible speed when on a country road.

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

Before you step foot inside an instructors car you have to decide between manual and automatic driving lessons.

Manual licence holders are able to drive both manual and automatic cars, however, automatic drivers are stuck with automatic cars only.This can make buying a car an easier task as you can drive both transmissions.

Cost is also another factor as manual instructors tend to be more common and therefore lessons can be cheaper.Some drivers prefer the control a manual can give while driving too.

Taking automatics driving lessons may allow you to pass faster as you have less to learn such as clutch control.On top of this, the lack of a clutch pedal makes automatic cars easier to drive in heavy traffic, so it you’re going to be getting a car to run you around Invernesss busy streets, you may find an automatic easier.

Both transmissions come with their pros and cons, so think carefully before making your decision!

Where we offer driving lessons in Inverness

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