Enjoy The Drive

26/03/2026

Whether we like them or not, these changes are coming to the driving test booking system.
I have preferred to manage the majority of my students’ tests, but if these changes fix the current broken and corrupt system then they should be warmly welcomed.

If any of my students have any concerns, please drop me a line or discuss during our next lesson.

Do you have these dates in your diary? 📅

The rules for booking and managing car driving tests are changing.

If you've got a test booked, or you're planning to book one soon, here are the key dates you need to know:

✅ 31 March 2026 – only 2 changes can be made to a booking
✅ 12 May 2026 – only learners are allowed to book a test and make changes
✅ 9 June 2026 – learners can move their booked test only to nearby centres

Find out more about these changes 👇
https://ow.ly/6uq950YvpjK

24/03/2026

Business update - Going Independent Phase 2 - Changing Cars

As previously advised, I will be leaving the AA Driving School franchise at the end of April. Phase one of going independent was to transfer my online diary to Total Drive. Overall this has gone very well. Thank you to all my students for your cooperation and, in a few cases, patience and understanding through this transition.

Phase two is to start using my own, Independent car, a BMW 118i which is a very similar size and specification to my AA Ford Focus. The dual controls have been fitted along with other specific items required for tuition. I have started using this car now for anyone with their test booked in May so that they can start getting familiar with it. From the end of April I will using it for all lessons.
As always, I am keen to make this transition as smooth and seamless as possible, but if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to ask.
All the best,
Peter

05/03/2026

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27/02/2026

Passed!
#166

A great way to the end the week - another pass. Please join me in congratulating Charlotte on passing her test in Cheltenham early this morning.

Charlotte, it’s been a pleasure working with you and your family. WELL DONE on achieving an excellent result. Now you just have to argue with your brother about who has bragging rights on the best pass!

I hope you both enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving 👍🏼

04/02/2026

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO THE PRACTICAL DRIVING TEST BOOKING SYSTEM - Operational from 31st March 2026

Yesterday the DVSA confirmed the first date for the implementation of one of the changes they have promised to make to the Practical Driving Test booking system.

From 31st March 2026 we will only be able to make TWO changes to the test you have booked. This is a significant reduction versus the current SIX. It is also in addition to minimum two-weeks (ten working days) notice for any changes or cancellations required to make a change or get a refund.

All current test bookings are secure and any changes made prior to 31st March do not count towards the two allowable thereafter; the counter resets.

Later in the spring (date TBC) ONLY LEARNER DRIVERS will be able to book their own Driving Tests. I have preferred to book my students' tests for them and I’m sad to see this facility go. However, if this change gives fairer access to tests for all budding new drivers, and reduces the scams, touts, profiteering and corruption prevalent in the current system then it should be welcomed.

If you are booking your own test and want your Instructor's support, using their car, please quote their ADI number at time of booking. This should avoid clashes with other tests, holidays, etc.

For more information please follow the link attached to this note. I’ll also be happy to answer questions or concerns you have. Please ask in the comments, by private message, or, for my students, during our next lesson.

All the best,
Peter

The rules for booking and managing car driving tests will change from spring 2026. Find out what the changes are and how they affect you.

03/02/2026

Passed!
#165

A fab start to Feb with another pass. Please join me in congratulating Scarlett on passing her test in Cheltenham yesterday, in her own car*.

Scarlett, it’s been a pleasure working with you and your family. WELL DONE on achieving an excellent result yesterday. Now you just have to argue with your brother about who’s using the car 😉. Every pass is special to me but it’s always a little bit more so when it’s another member of the same family. Thank you for sticking with me.

I hope you enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving 👍🏼

28/01/2026

Passed!
#164

The good start to 2026 continues. Please join me in congratulating Lowri on passing her test in Cheltenham yesterday.

Lowri, what a journey! A lot of twists and turns along the way, but you got there in the end. Well done 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Your pass was also a career first for me: THREE MEMBERS OF THE SAME FAMILY! It’s been wonderful working with your whole family over the years. I’d only just started as a Trainee Driving Instructor when Cerys booked her first lesson with me in 2021, then went on to pass in July ‘22, James passed the following June and you yesterday. Thanks for sticking with me 🙏🏼

I wish you all a lifetime of good safe driving.

The AA Driving School

27/01/2026

Passed!
#163

A great start to the week. Not just another pass, A ZERO FAULT PASS!

Please join me in congratulating Ciaran on passing his test in Banbury yesterday.

Ciaran, you put a lot of work into this and achieved a fabulous result. WELL DONE!

I hope you enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving.

The AA Driving School

22/01/2026

Passed!
#162

Even bigger WOW! - That’s the hat trick for this week!
Please join me in congratulating Mia on passing her test in Cheltenham this morning.

Mia, it’s been an absolute pleasure working with you, continuing a very enjoyable working relationship with your lovely family. We won’t talk about whether you or your brother got the better result 😉

I hope you enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving.

The AA Driving School

21/01/2026

Passed!
#161

Wow - Second pass this week!
Please join me in congratulating Mylo on passing his test in Banbury this morning.

Mylo, it’s been a pleasure working with you and your family and I’m delighted you got what you worked so hard for. Well done and thanks for the chats about F1 🏎️🏁
I hope you enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving.

The AA Driving School

19/01/2026

Passed!
#160

Please join me in congratulating Tom on passing his test in Cheltenham this afternoon.

Tom, it’s been a pleasure working with you and your family and I’m delighted you gained your full licence today.
I hope you enjoy a lifetime of good safe driving.

23/12/2025

Driving Home for Christmas!

It’s hard to write this note without expressing my sadness at the passing of Chris Rea. This song has always been a favourite on my Christmas playlist and is another reminder of the pleasure and happiness driving can bring. Rest in peace Chris.

Pictured below are some of my wonderful clients that will be driving home for Christmas for the first time this year, having passed in 2025. I’d like to congratulate them once again and thank them for choosing to learn with me.

Thanks also to all clients, past and present, along with the multitude of people that support, refer and recommend me. I want you to how much I appreciate every bit of it and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and every happiness for 2026.