Andy Kane - AK Approved Driving Instructor

11/05/2026

New guidance around swapping tests

05/05/2026

The way driving tests can be swapped is changing from 12th May 2026

New guidance on swapping test has been released by the DVLA.

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/swapping-your-driving-test-with-another-learner-driver

16/03/2026

🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟1st time pass🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟

Congratulations to James on passing his test first time at Gosforth test centre this morning, with just a couple of driving faults.
Well done for keeping the nerves under control today. It's been a pleasure to help you achieve this. All the best for the future

AKADI

03/02/2026

Just a bit of info regarding tests

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BuyEBikxh/

📢 The rules for booking a practical car driving test are changing.

From 31 March 2026, learner drivers and approved driving instructors (ADIs) will only be able to change a driving test booking up to 2 times.

A change includes:
- changing the date or time
- changing the test centre
- swapping an appointment with another learner

If you’re an ADI, please make sure your pupils only book their test when they’re ready as swapping between pupils will count towards this limit. You can set times when you're available to take your pupils to their driving tests. This stops your pupils from booking tests at times that do not work for you.

👉 When this comes into force, everyone with a driving test booked will have 2 changes available, regardless of how many changes they may have already made.

This change is part of the outcome of our consultation to improve the way driving tests are booked.

For more information, visit: https://ow.ly/oqOW50Y849H

03/02/2026

🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟1st time pass🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟

Congratulations to Alex on passing his test first time at Gosforth test centre this morning, with just a couple of driving faults.
It's been a pleasure to help you achieve this, gonna miss our weekly moans about the state of the last Newcastle game! All the best for your future

AKADI

24/01/2026

🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟1st time pass🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟

Congratulations to Jess on passing her test first time at Gosforth test centre this morning, with just a couple of driving faults.
I'm going to miss our random chats on evenings, but it's been a pleasure to help you achieve this. Just got to save for a car now!

AKADI

15/01/2026

🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟1st time pass🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟

Glorious 1st time pass for Sophie at Gateshead this afternoon. Just the 3 faults & examiner said you made it look effortless. Good going considering how nervous you were beforehand. All in time to dance off into the sun across beautiful Greece for a few months. Well done

AKADI

13/01/2026

🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟1st time pass🌟🚗🌟🚗🌟

Congratulations to Tatum on passing her test first time at Gosforth test centre this morning, with a great drive & feedback from the examiner.
Its been a joy to help you achieve this, fingers crossed you can celebrate at the match with a win tonight.

AKADI

31/12/2025

Happy New Year to everyone. Enjoy your night with friends & family, if you're out & about, remember to look out for each other. Stay safe.

Have a good'un folks! 🍾🎆🎇🥂

23/12/2025

Wishing everyone a fantastic festive season. All the best folks