Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Lincoln
Established in 1986, A1 Driver Training has been delivering professional driving instruction across Lincoln and surrounding areas. Our founder, Pete Cowan, holds the prestigious RoSPA Gold Award for Advanced Driving and a RoSPA Diploma for Advanced Driver Training, ensuring the highest standards of tuition. With decades of experience, we specialise in tailored driving courses for learners of all abilities, including beginners, part-trained drivers, and those seeking advanced skills.Our comprehensive approach covers manual gearbox training, Pass Plus certification, hazard perception, and practical test preparation. We utilise modern, safety-equipped vehicles and flexible lesson structures to build confidence and competence. Our proven track record of first-time pass success reflects our commitment to individualised instruction and road safety excellence.
Services
Driving Lessons
Pass Plus
Theory Test Support
Advanced Driving
Motorway Tuition
Defensive Driving
Refresher Courses
Disability Driving Support
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience training drivers in Lincolnshire
- Our RoSPA-accredited instructors deliver tailored, confidence-building lessons
- Proven track record of first-time pass success with 0 minors
- Modern, safety-equipped Toyota Yaris with dual controls for training
- Specialist support for nervous drivers and those with disabilities
Associations and certifications
- RoSPA Gold Award
- RoSPA Diploma for Advanced Driver Training
- Department of Transport Approved Driving Instructor (ADI)
What people say
Patient and friendly instructor
Tailored to individual needs
Passed first time with 2 minors
Super knowledgeable
Great confidence building
Services
Driving Lessons
Comprehensive manual gearbox instruction for beginners and part-trained drivers. Our structured lessons focus on building confidence through systematic skill development. With modern safety-equipped vehicles and flexible scheduling, we prepare learners for all road conditions and test requirements.
Pass Plus Course
Six-module advanced driving programme covering motorway, night, and rural driving. Designed by the Driving Standards Agency to enhance hazard perception and road safety. Completing this course helps new drivers gain essential experience beyond standard L-licence training.
Theory Test Support
Full hazard perception and multiple-choice theory test preparation. Includes interactive online practice tools and personalised performance feedback. We provide comprehensive highway code knowledge and test-taking strategies to ensure first-time success.
Advanced Driving Courses
RoSPA-certified advanced driving instruction focusing on observation, car control, and hazard anticipation. Half-day to three-day courses available for individual and corporate clients. Ideal for drivers seeking to refine skills or prepare for IAM/RoSPA advanced tests.
Disability Driving Support
Specialist driving instruction for learners with physical disabilities. We offer vehicle adaptations like pedal blocks and extra mirrors. Our experienced instructors provide tailored lessons to accommodate various accessibility requirements while maintaining DVLA compliance.
People
Pete Cowan
Approved Driving Instructor
ADI since 1986 with RoSPA Gold Award and Diploma. Specialises in tailored driving instruction, advanced skills development, and disability support. Maintains high first-time pass rates through patient, confidence-building teaching methods.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide door-to-door tuition across Lincoln and surrounding villages. Special arrangements can be made for locations slightly outside this area.
Can I use an automatic car for lessons?
We only use manual gearbox vehicles to ensure full licensing flexibility. Learning in automatic cars restricts your licence to automatic vehicles only.
What's included in the Pass Plus course?
Six practical modules covering motorway driving, night driving, rural roads, dual carriageways, town driving, and adverse weather conditions.
Do you offer theory test preparation?
Yes, we provide comprehensive theory test support including hazard perception practice and multiple-choice question preparation through Theory Test Pro.
What vehicle do you use for lessons?
We use a modern Toyota Yaris D4D with dual controls, ABS brakes, ESP, and reversing camera. The diesel engine helps prevent stalling during lessons.
How experienced are your instructors?
Pete Cowan has been an ADI since 1986 with RoSPA Gold Award accreditation. He has trained drivers for over 35 years with a proven first-time pass record.
