Driving Lessons in Newcastle Under Lyme

Discover how to choose a driving school, learn faster and pass your driving test in Newcastle Under Lyme

Choosing a driving school in Newcastle Under Lyme

When looking for a driving school; you need someone 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 Newcastle Under Lyme

1. Check reviews online

Reviewing an instructors online reviews is a great way to get afeel for what to expect from the driving schools in Newcastle Under Lyme. We'd recommend always looking at independent reviews collated by real 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. Check that you can switch instructors

You don’t want to be stuck learning with someone you don’t get on with. So, the safest thing is to check that your driving school in Newcastle Under Lymecan match you with a new instructor easily if you decide you want to swap. Not all schools will have enough instructors to facilitate this, so don’t book until you’re sure.

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 Newcastle Under Lymewill stay quiet about tier waiting times so be sure to ask them before booking.

Deciding on a test centre

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

To see more test centres near you, enter your postcode on the DVSA website.

Top tips from instructors in Newcastle Under Lyme

Local driving instructors in Newcastle Under Lyme have shared thier insider tips for passing your test.

1. Brush up on rural road driving

Our instructors in Newcastle Under Lyme 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.

Manual or automatic lessons?

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 gives you more flexibility in the long run.

Manual lessons are often cheaper as automatic instructors are few and far between. Plus, driving a manual car gives you a greater sense of control, which many people prefer in rural areas or on longer-distance journeys along motorways and dual carriageways.

Automatic cars on the other hand are more straightforward to begin with as you don't need to worry about gear changes at all.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 Newcastle Under Lymes busy roads, an automatic may be for you.

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

Where we provide driving lessons in Newcastle Under Lyme

Regardless of where you live in Newcastle Under Lymeor the surrounding areas, our driving instructors have got you covered.

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