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The Cheap Driving Lessons Deals Are A Con

Jim Bolton – 14 July 2026

The Maths Behind Why The Cheap Driving Lessons Deals Are A Con £25 for 5 hours works out at...

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Driving Instructor Franchise UK What ADIs, PDIs and Career-Changers Need To Know Before Signing

Jim Bolton – 11 May 2026

Driving Instructor Franchise UK What ADIs, PDIs and Career-Changers Need To Know Before Signing. If you are thinking about...

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CMA forces AA and BSM to refund learners over hidden fees

Drewbeta – 16 April 2026

Don’t fall for the lies of a big named franchise We have long used the phrase “Don’t fall for...

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The ORDIT Badge. Is It More BOREDIT Than Genuine Quality?

Drewbeta – 29 March 2026

The ORDIT Badge. Is It More BOREDIT Than Genuine Quality? If you’re about to spend serious money on instructor training,...

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Driving Instructor Awards: Recognition or Straight-Up Industry Grift?

Jim Bolton – 29 March 2026

Driving Instructor Awards: Recognition or Straight-Up Industry Grift? Every year the same bore fest rolls into any given town.Local Facebook...

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Fuel Prices or Pure Greed? Why Some Driving Instructors Think You’re Thick Enough to Swallow It

Jim Bolton – 13 March 2026

Oh brilliant. Another week, another round of headlines screaming about Middle East tension and skyrocketing fuel prices. And what do...

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Becoming A Driving Instructor And Why Big Name Driving Instructor Franchises Are a Rip Off – Join DrewMatic for Fair Deals and Real Support

Jim Bolton – 5 March 2026

Becoming A Driving Instructor And Why Big Name Driving Instructor Franchises Are a Rip Off and How DrewMatic Keep It...

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Automatic Driving Lesson Availability Across TS1–TS26

Drewbeta – 17 February 2026

Automatic Driving Lesson Availability Across TS1–TS26 If you are looking for automatic driving lessons in Teesside, we have weekday availability...

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Step Aside DVSA It’s Time To Privatise You’ll Never Sort The Back Log

Jim Bolton – 10 February 2026

Ah DVSA, you absolute wizards of buffoonery. Year after year, you’ve sworn to the driving test gods to tackle the...

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Lauren’s Driving Test Pass in Hartlepool with Ian at DrewMatic

Jim Bolton – 29 January 2026

Lauren’s Driving Test Pass in Hartlepool with Ian at DrewMatic Lauren passed her driving test at Hartlepool Driving Test Centre...

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Intensive Driving Courses for Beginners. Smart choice or fast fail

Jim Bolton – 15 January 2026

Intensive driving courses for beginners. Smart choice or fast fail Parents want speed. Learners want freedom. Both chase learning to...

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Driving Instructor Franchise, Why Newcomers, ADIs and PDIs Are Walking away from RED, AA, RAC, Bill Plant and PassNGo

Jim Bolton – 10 January 2026

A Driving Instructor Franchise - Why Newcomers, ADIs and PDIs Are Walking Away From RED, AA, RAC, Bill Plant and...

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Learner Drivers To Be Required To Wait 6 Months Between Passing Theory and Booking A Practical Driving Test

Jim Bolton – 7 January 2026

Learner Drivers To Be Required To Wait 6 Months Between Passing Theory and Booking A Practical Driving Test The UK...

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If You Panic-Book a Driving Test, Don’t Expect To Use Our Car

Drewbeta – 8 November 2025

We’ve built a thriving Driving School in the last 11 years. We’ve built it on results, on cheek, on comedy...

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Ten Years Ahead of the Curve: Why DrewMatic Still Leads the Automatic Game

Drewbeta – 31 October 2025

DrewMatic has been doing automatic lessons for more than ten years. That used to be unusual. Most instructors stayed manual,...

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Zero Fault Pass for Manjusha Vijay with Craig Pattison

Jim Bolton – 28 October 2025

Zero Fault Pass for Manjusha Vijay with Craig Pattison Manjusha Vijay has set the standard high with her flawless ZERO...

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Jemima’s Zero Fault Pass in Sunderland

Clint Gibson – 14 October 2025

Jemima’s Zero Fault Pass In Sunderland Big cheers for for Jemima, who smashed her driving test in Sunderland with a...

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Savannah Passes Her Test Today in Darlington

Clint Gibson – 7 October 2025

Savannah’s Super Test Pass In Darlington A big well done to Savannah, who passed her driving test today in Darlington....

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Congratulations Wendy – A Great Pass For DrewMatic’s Craig in Durham

Clint Gibson – 26 September 2025

Congratulations Wendy – Another DrewMatic Pass in Durham A huge well done to Wendy Marshall, who passed her driving test...

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Abi’s Zero Fault Driving Test Pass in Sunderland with Dave Prince at DrewMatic Automatic Driving School

Clint Gibson – 22 September 2025

Abi Passed With a Zero Fault Driving Test Pass Abi has achieved an impressive result at the Sunderland driving test...

Client testimonials

Ryan Liddle

38 days ago

Found Craig through Drewmatic, I needed a vehicle which was comfortable and adjustable for me and he had that covered . I have been on the roads 2 decades on 2 wheels , so turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks . Very patient and friendly throughout all my lessons and passed first time , and it’s very different to a riding a bike so was indeed learning over again . Top school with top instructors, just be ready for dad jokes 😂

Chloe Mcdonough

48 days ago

Charlotte Quarmby, best instructor, so patient and always make you feel comfortable. Past first time with no minors with her.

Francesca Clinton

50 days ago

I can't recommend Craig highly enough. When I first started learning to drive, I was absolutely petrified of being on the roads. Thanks to Craig's calm, patient approach, my confidence grew with every lesson. He helped me understand road signs, speed limits, and how to deal with different driving situations, all while making safety the top priority. No matter how nervous I felt or how many questions I asked, he was always incredibly patient, reassuring, and supportive. Craig didn't just teach me how to pass my test, he taught me how to be a safe, confident driver. If you're someone who feels anxious about driving or lacks confidence behind the wheel, I genuinely couldn't recommend Craig more. He's an excellent instructor who really takes the time to help you succeed.

Kirsty Coglan

54 days ago

Would definitely recommend 👌 I learnt to drive with Angie, lovely woman, lots of patience, couldn't of asked for a driving better instructor

Grace Peatfield-Muter

72 days ago

I would highly recommend driving with drewmatic. Angie is an amazing instructor and always made me feel confident in the car! She is very patient and has a great way of teaching for those who are nervous.

Lauren Evans

76 days ago

Very good experience first time pass with 0 minors

Hannah S

89 days ago

I'm so pleased I made the decision to learn to drive with Drewmatic Automatic Driving School and even more grateful to Clint for teaching me. I was always put off learning to drive as I doubted myself too much and never thought it was achievable but, after my first lesson I felt at ease with the support and guidance from Clint. From beginning this journey in September 2025 with no experience of driving at all to passing first time June 2026 has been a great experience even at times where I may have struggled Clint explained things in a way that is easy to understand and his teaching method is effective which leads to success. I cannot thank Clint enough for this opportunity and continuing to believe in me. Highly recommended!

Demi-leigh Foster

97 days ago

recommends

I would highly recommend Drewmatic! My instructor Ian, was very patient and helped me feel confident enough to be able pass first time. Lessons were always relaxed, I was never at all nervous and couldn’t recommend Ian enough! Thank you again Ian! :)

Hannah Murray

108 days ago

I've just passed my test after learning to drive with Charlotte. She was a fantastic instructor; she was always calm, reassuring, clear in her instructions and generally lovely. I was extremely anxious at the idea of learning to drive, and thus I had put it off until I was 25. Charlotte made me into a far more confident driver than I thought was even possible. I'd highly recommend her.

Shona S Gooding

109 days ago

recommends

Absolutely amazing driving school with an amazing driving instructor, as im a person with dyslexia I struggle with understanding a lot of things, but my driving instructor Charlotte took the time i needed and learnt me to drive at a pace i could process. Would definitely recommend to everyone I know 😊

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