Car Driving Lessons FAQs

Car driving lessons are instructional sessions designed to teach individuals how to drive a car safely and pass their driving test.

You can apply for a provisional driving license in the UK when you're 15 years and 9 months old, but you can only start driving on public roads at the age of 17.

You can apply for a provisional driving license online through the official government website https://www.gov.uk/apply-first-provisional-driving-licence or by obtaining a D1 application form from the Post Office.

Yes, you must have a valid provisional driving license before you can start taking driving lessons on public roads.

The current cost of a first provisional driving license is £34 if applying online and £43 if applying by post. https://www.gov.uk/driving-licence-fees

The number of lessons required varies from person to person. It depends on your prior experience, learning speed, and the skills you've already acquired. An instructor will typically assess your progress and recommend an estimated number of lessons.

Look for instructors or schools with a good reputation, experience, and positive reviews. You can also ask for recommendations from friends and family. It's crucial to ensure that your instructor is qualified and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). All instructors at JSM are DVSA approved driving instructors. JSM Has been in business since 1970.

Driving lessons cover various aspects of driving, including basic vehicle control, road rules and signs, hazard perception, manoeuvring, and practical skills needed for safe driving.

Yes, you'll need to pass a theory test that includes questions on road signs, safety, and hazard perception before you can take the practical driving test.

You can book your practical driving test online through the official government website. https://www.gov.uk/book-driving-test

The practical driving test assesses your ability to drive safely and independently. You'll be evaluated on various driving skills and your ability to follow road rules.

If you fail your test, you can book another one, but you'll need to wait a certain period (usually 10 working days) before retaking it. Your driving instructor can provide guidance on areas that need improvement.

If you pass your driving test, you'll receive a full driving license, and you can legally drive on your own without the need for supervision.

Current fee is £62 weekdays or £75 for evenings and weekends. https://www.gov.uk/driving-test-cost

While not mandatory, it's recommended to consider refresher lessons or further training to enhance your driving skills, especially if you're a new driver.