Frequently Asked Questions
| Q: How many lessons do I need before I can sit my drive test? |
| A: There are no set number of lessons required, however, please be aware if you obtained your learners permit after the 1st of July 2007 and are under 21 years old you will need to log at least 120 hours of practice before sitting for your drive test. |
| Q: Should I learn automatic or manual? |
| A: The choice is up to you depending on your individual circumstances. There are advantages to learning manual such as wider vehicle choice, cost effectiveness, and lower operating costs. Also certain occupations may require a manual licence. Whatever you decide, be mindful that mastering manual will take longer due to the level of difficulty. Also be aware if you sit your driving test in an automatic vehicle you will receive an automatic licence which will restrict you from driving manual for the duration of your probationary period unless you resit your test in manual. |
| Q: Where do lessons start and finish? |
| A: All lessons start and finish at your house. If you would like to nominate another location, this may be arranged with the relevant instructor. |
| Q: How much do lessons cost and how long do they go for? |
| A: Please click here for our prices and specials. |
| Q: What are your hours of operation? |
| A: Driving lessons are provided 7 days a week from early morning to late evening depending on instructor availability. |
| Q: Do you have gift vouchers? |
| A: Yes, gift vouchers may be purchased by ringing our office. |
| Q: What are the conditions of the first time pass guarantee? |
| A: Please click here. |
| Q: What are the principles grounded in your training method? |
| A: Driving lessons are conducted in accordance with the system of car control method of driving. By implementing a systematic approach to driving based on a simple and repetitive method you will omit no detail and leave nothing to chance in successfully negotiating hazards by perceiving them in the distance, mentally selecting the safest course in advance in order to approach in the right place on the road and at the right speed. The system of car control comprises the following elements: Course (selecting the safest course for negotiating a hazard) Mirrors (checking if it is safe behind before altering speed or changing course) Signal (to give the correct signal with sufficient warning to notify other road users of your intentions) Brakes (reducing the vehicles speed to match road conditions) Gear (selecting to appropriate gear for the speed chosen to negotiate the hazard) Mirror (to update yourself on the environment behind you) Evasive Action (taking any action to avoid a collision) Accelerator (smooth and appropriate application of the accelerator in leaving a hazard) More information about the system can be found in Roadcraft, the police drivers handbook. |
| Q: What is different about the new test and why is it harder? |
| A: As part of the Graduated Licencing System (GLS), a new test was developed in order to address the inadequacies of the previous test. The new test is designed to more accurately identify those who require more practice by assessing their performance of common driving tasks in realistic situations. More information about the test including the revised testing criteria can be found here. |
| Q: Can my parent or partner accompany me on our lesson? |
| A: Yes. We encourage parents, partners, and anyone else with an interest in helping you to sit in on a lesson. |
| Q: How may I pay for lessons? |
| A: Lessons are paid in cash to the relevant instructor on the day of the lesson. Credit card payments are also accepted, but must be arranged by contacting our office prior to the lesson. |
For any other questions please feel free to contact us.