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Since 1987, Drivesafe has been helping learners gain the skills and confidence they need to become safe, capable drivers. Our friendly team of five DVSA-approved instructors offer both automatic and manual driving lessons across the whole of the Isle of Wight, always in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
We believe learning to drive should feel supportive, not stressful. That’s why our dedicated team takes the time to truly get to know each learner, tailoring every lesson to suit your pace, your goals, and your individual needs. Whether you’re sitting behind the wheel for the very first time or brushing up your skills, you’ll be encouraged every step of the way.
At Drivesafe, there’s no such thing as a silly question. Our instructors are always happy to explain, demonstrate, and guide you, helping you build strong driving habits that will stay with you for life. Alongside preparing you for your driving test, we focus on real-world driving, road safety awareness, and defensive driving techniques so you feel confident in any situation.
We also create helpful driving videos especially for Isle of Wight learners, covering local routes, challenging areas, and driving test manoeuvres. You can check these out on our social media pages and in the video drop-down box on our website to support your learning between lessons.
Our aim is simple: to make every lesson enjoyable, informative, and rewarding. By the time you leave, you’ll feel proud of what you’ve achieved and excited about your journey toward independence on the road.
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Choosing between a manual or automatic licence is a deeply personal decision; there's no definitive right answer – everyone has different preferences, and what works for one person might not be suitable for another.
Manual driving lessons
Learning to drive manually is the most popular choice among students, as it offers training and a license for driving a manual transmission vehicle. During a manual driving lesson, you will learn how to operate the clutch and shift gears, along with the necessary skills to successfully complete your practical driving test.
Automatic driving lessons
If you opt to learn how to drive an automatic vehicle, your training sessions with your driving instructor will be quite similar to a manual driving lesson. You will still learn about cockpit controls, roundabouts, merging into traffic, and various maneuvers. However, you won't need to stress about learning to shift gears since automatic vehicles lack a manual gearbox.