FAQ INTENSIVE DRIVING LESSONS CARDIFF 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How Much do Driving Lessons in Cardiff Cost

We have been asked by Pupils are these cheap Driving Lessons when you do an Intensive Driving course with our Driving school in Cardiff.

Is 20 Driving Lessons enough?

 

The average person with average ability might need about 44 hours of professional lessons in order to prepare for the practical part of their exam. By doing a semi Intensive Driving Course this will be reduced, due to the overall time to cover the number of required Driving hours. Information obtained from the DVSA

How many lessons does it take to learn to drive an automatic

There are no specific minimum amount of Automatic Driving Lessons that you need to take before the automatic driving test. You could find yourself taking as few as 20-30 hours of driving lessons. The DVSA states that the average learner with average ability in the UK takes 47 hours of lessons before passing their driving test. Having said that, this does not apply to the automatic car driving lessons, as you will not require as many. 

Are Driving Lessons cheaper in your own car?

You are paying for the Driving instructor’s time, so the answer is no. You also have to factor in the Health and Safety of both instructor and pupil. A Driving school vehicle will have dual controls, whilst your own vehicle will not

Is driving an automatic easy

Regardless of whether your vehicle is manual or automatic, each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. Different pupils have their own point of view and in addition to this, what you see as a benefit will largely depend on the type of driving you are doing. If you live in a city and find yourself with lots of traffic, constantly changing gear can be hard work, it can also be distracting whilst you are looking out for pedestrians, negotiating around roundabouts, paying attention to traffic lights, and of course, making a note of the speed limits.

Some of the latest automatic vehicles are also incredibly efficient and can change gear quicker than you could in a manual vehicle. When it comes to moving away quickly, manual cars will generally be quicker off the mark. You will find yourself having more control over the car in conditions like snow and ice. Manuals are also generally less expensive to buy. They are also less to insure as well. The expense of automatic cars can also be mirrored in the cost of repairs and services for the same reasons

 

Will my instructor be able to be in the car during my test?

Your driving instructor can be in the car with you if you want to. Only you have the right to request this and should be done when you meet the Examiner.  Your driving instructor will discuss this with you prior to the driving test to ensure the decision is of benefit to you. Bear in mind there is extra weight and will have an impact on your vehicle handling.

 

Which vehicle will I use for my practical driving test in?

You can take your driving test in any car as long as you are fully insured. It is recommended that you use the Driving Instructors vehicle as he will have Dual Controls. Also, you would have been using their car for your driving lessons.

 

How will  I know I am ready for my practical test?

Your driving instructor will keep you informed of your progress and let you know when you are ready to book/take your practical driving test. You can also ask to have a Mock Driving Test.  They know the standard you need to achieve to pass and this is the standard that they will assess you on.

 

Does the car I’ll be driving have dual controls?

Yes most definitely.

 

Can I Start my Driving Lessons Without Already Passing my Theory?

 

When you start our Intensive Driving course it is not a requirement to have passed the Theory Test. The idea is that whilst you are learning to Drive the Road Rules will actually

Make a lot more sense as you progress. You can do both at the same time. Unlike a lot of other Intensive Driving Courses. We also offer Free theory Training

 

Does Intensive Driving Courses Cardiff offer Refresher Driving Courses?

 

We certainly do. We find a lot of pupils have passed their driving test, do not go on to buying a car, for many different reasons. Before they realize it, a few years have gone by and they then feel they lack the confidence they had just after passing their Driving Test.

If you would like to update your driving skills, just get in touch. We find this Driving course very useful for those that have driven in other countries and just need familiarisation with our roads.

Do Intensive Driving Courses Cardiff offers Discounts

Yes, there are always offers about, depending on what promotional courses we have going at different times of the year.