Extremely pleased with the whole process. I had Colm as my instructor for Jeep and trailer. He maintained the highest levels of professionalism and was an expert instructor the whole time I have to credit my pass on my test down to all the work he put in to me. I also must thank the admin team for always accommodating me with my difficult schedule. Many thanks to advance drive. I highly recommended them.
July 27, 2026Galway

Passed my driving test yesterday thanks to Vas my driving instructor, Vas is very good at explaining how to drive a car and knows all the routes for the test very well. I highly recommend Advance Drive for lessons. The staff in the office are very nice and very professional on the phone.
September 9, 2022Galway

I just passed my ADI driving test big thanks to my instructor Lee for all his patience and professionalism. Great team at Advance Drive the ladies at reception are very friendly and helpful with appointments. Would highly recommend them.
February 14, 2022Galway

This week I passed my Driver CPC case studies and minibus driving test with advance drive. A special thanks to owner Philip and staff Ronald,Gerry, Emma and Aoife who are so professional. My instructor was a really special man Dezzie who is the best.....Dezzie you are the man! Looking back now that all this is done and dusted I cant believe how nervous I was but Dezzie stuck with me and rather than giving up he kept me going and going. Thanks a million Dez for staying with me and you words of encouragement. This school Advance Drive I highly recommend and is the best and keep winning those awards.
October 6, 2021Joe Duane

I would definitely recommend driving lessons with advance drive. My instructor Vas was very clear, calm and patient. He gave me great confidence and tips that I was able to recall in my head while taking my test. He also recommended that I take a mock test and I am so glad he did as i was then able to perfect areas that I needed to in order to pass my test.
March 2, 2023Galway

Extremely Professional and Competent People, Advance helped me pass the ADI Instructor Practical for the D License and The Conventional EC License test
April 30, 2014Ken O'Loughlin

I'm euphoric, I passed the C Truck Licence which now allows us to head off into the sunset in our gorgeous huge camper van. Under Noel's tuition from Advance Drive every minute of every hour was spent learning and correcting and improving and more learning until we reached our goal. In my opinion Noel has the perfect balance - he brought a joyous ambience to the cab with his lovely lighthearted demeanour. He instilled a confidence in me and I always left the driving session feeling chuffed. Thank you Noel . Mary Clancy
June 21, 2022

Today I passed my BE trailer licence test thanks to the coaching and guidance from Noel the instructor and Aoife in the office who were top class at what they do. I used their Jeep & Trailer which was very easy to use for both the lessons and my test. Advance drive are very professional and go out of their way to accomodate drivers of all levels ahead of their test.
November 7, 2025Galway

Thanks for all the support Advance Drive while doing my C licence. All the staff I have been dealing with were very professional and helpful, from the ladies in the office doing all the scheduling to my instructor Martin, who provided me with all the guidance I needed to pass the test! Many thanks again, great service!
January 3, 2024Galway

Just a quick note of thanks to advance drive for helping me complete my artic training. I cannot recommend the company highly enough my instructor was Lee and he was very professional and thorough through out my training and gently pushed me to my Limited in order to get it across the line. Galway is a busy city and I was not familiar wit it but with the help of Lee all went well. The company's communication is also top class and with prompt reminders for upcoming lessons I found it let's the training flow with nothing to worry about I have to thank Aoife for this. Also big thanks to Gerry for getting it off d ground. 5 star company Many thanks Tony
April 30, 2025Co clare

As an experienced driver with over 10 years experience in the US, I thought driving lessons were going to be a total waste of time. However, my experience working with Alan was nothing short of fantastic! Alan showed himself to be well-suited to teaching/instructive environments and tasks as he made lessons fun, engaging, and demonstrated a high degree of competence in both correcting bad habits of mine and even teaching me some new things without me becoming anxious or frustrated. Additionally, Advance Drive itself was incredibly accommodating with it's selection of dates and times suitable for a working professional such as myself. After passing the test on my first try with minimal issue, I cannot recommend them enough. 10 out of 10!
July 27, 2026Galway

Many thanks to Garry at Advance Drive who prepared me for my driving test. I passed first time with Garry's help. He is really patient and puts you at ease. His calm and friendly nature takes the stress out of driving. Garry is very knowledgeable and has great tips for making you a safe and confident driver. I would highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone learning to drive. Many thanks to the office staff also who are very organised and make every effort to accommodate all appointments. Grainne
December 12, 2016

An excellent experience throughout, from Aoife in the front office, keeping taps on the paperwork to Noel on the driving lessons and Ronnie with the CPC Modules, every staff member was professional, knowledgeable and dealt with every complication with ease. The instructors have decades worth of real world experience which often added that invaluable extra level of knowledge that the text books just don’t contain.
May 20, 2025Galway

Just wanted to say thanks to the guys at advance drive for getting me on the road to hopefully a new career. Got my truck licence first time and with CPC's included. See ye in the bus in the near future.
April 30, 2014M.V.Walsh

Thanks so much to all the staff at Advance Drive for teaching me a new skill and achieving my goal as a Bus driver. Highly recommended.
July 10, 2023GALWAY

Thank you! It was a great pleasure to being instructed by Pat Casserly during me lessons! Pat taught me the essential requirements for passing the test, gave me practical feedback during the lessons, and brought me to the exact locations where test took place and alway bringing good vibe and confidence during the lessons and prior to the test. Also, the office people Carla and Aiofe were very supportive in organising the lessons sometimes in a very short notice !
March 13, 2023Galway

Passed my test today and I cannot recommend Noel enough! He was extremely patient and reassuring and helps you gain the confidence to drive! Emma at the office was so lovely and answered any questions I had with regards to payments and lessons. I’m recommending Advance Drive to all my friends! Thank you!
January 25, 2021

Would like to thank everyone at advance drive for helping me get my artic licence.top class team and would highly recommend them to people in the future.Anton is a really good instructor great man👍.thanks for everything.James Jnr hughes
January 27, 2022Athlone

I passed my test first time thanks to my driving instructor, Noel, at Advance Drive. I would highly recommend as I couldn't have asked for a better learning experience as he was helpful, encouraging and prepared me very well for my test. Thanks again.
November 13, 2020Galway

I completed my bus licence back in January and rigid licence in May with Advance Drive. I could not be any happier with all of the staff that made it such an easy task in obtaining both licences. Thanks to Lee in helping me get my bus licence, who was so professional in explaining everything in great detail to me (never knew how much you need to look in the mirrors, but I do now) but never made you feel under pressure or nervous. Thanks to Vinny for helping me get my rigid who again made everything feel so easy and yet made me laugh so much. Would highly recommend either of these two lads to teach you in either bus or truck. Massive thanks to Philip and Ailbhe who both were so accommodating in providing both information and guidance anytime it was needed, espically for the CPC theory and practical. Seriously I have greatest respect for all of ye at Advance Drive, keep up the great work and best of luck in the future.
November 23, 2017Galway

Thanks to Dezzie for all the great instruction, excellent to deal with. And to all the team at advance, helped me to pass Artic Test first time. Highly recommended.
September 5, 2023Galway

Great company I found all the staff very helpful. Vincent was a excellent instructor made you feel relaxed in all aspects.I also had Denis a great help .I would recommend this company to any person wishing to get the driving test
June 10, 2022Galway

Couldn't have asked for a better driving experience. A huge thank you to you all at Advance Drive - everything was so professional and helpful, they were always quick to respond and accommodate (especially with COVID and post-lockdown), and were all so pleasant to deal with! Noel was amazing as well - such a good and patient instructor and a great person!
September 30, 2020Galway

Very good Driving school Advance Drive, Got my Bus, Truck and forklift license’s there, every body Top class and professional. Very good instructors Denis, Lee and Ron for CPC’s.
June 2, 2022Galway

I have passed my first driving test today's morning with clearsheet (which means no mistake observed). i have done my lessons with Mr. Martin in galway (westsite route), he have great coaching skills. he is a great teacher with lots of experience. I was delighted to have Mr. Martin as my driving instructor, i really wanna say thanks to Mr. martin for helping me in passing my test (first time). I would really recommend advance drive for learning. Thanks.
January 16, 2023westside galway

Advance were brilliant.. start to finish. special thanks to Lee! I would defo recommend!
July 26, 2023

I had an excellent experience learning with Pat. He was phenomenal at his job—patient, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Pat explained everything clearly, built my confidence behind the wheel, and always made sure I felt comfortable and understood each lesson. His calm and encouraging approach made learning to drive an enjoyable experience. Thanks to his guidance, I became a safe and confident driver. I highly recommend Pat to anyone looking for a dedicated and outstanding driving instructor. Thank you, Pat, for all your support and encouragement!
June 18, 2026Galway

I passed my Cat D License FIRST TIME around with the help of a great team including Vincent on the Driving lessons , Ronald and Gerry on CPC / Health and Safety. The back up in the office from Aoife and Emma is first class with reminder emails and texts to make sure everyone knows what , when and where they are at . Couldn't fault any of the staff .Thankyou everyone. I would highly recommend !
July 7, 2021

Pat was such a patient kind and helpful instructor. He was very encouraging too which helped me alot. The girls in the office at the other end of the phone anytime I called couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Thanks to you all
November 7, 2025Galway

First class driving school, passed my car & rigid 1st time. Doing the bus now. Thanks again Mike!
April 30, 2014Gerry Kelly

I passed my rigid test previously with Advance Drive and yesterday my jeep and trailer test, both on the first time, thanks to the great team at Advance Drive. All the staff are friendly, helpful and professional. Dezzie and Noel are great instructors. They keep everything calm and relaxed, whilst having a great way of helping you learn and correct any bad habits you may have picked up. Would highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone looking to pass a test. Keep up the great work
August 31, 2021Galway

You can't go wrong with Choosing Advance Drive The entire Team are so helpful and will do their best to get you where you need to go. I recently passed my Artic Licence first go and it's all thanks to Noel my instructor he is incredibly patent and will explain everything in great detail and knows excatly how to guide ya through the process and he is also great craic most fun I had while learning also he has a great way of making it feel so chill and relax. If you are considering a company for HGV licence you won't find much better. Thanks again Noel and all the team in Advance
April 20, 2023Galway

I got my jeep and trailer licence with Dezzie first go and couldn't be happier. He was very patient with me as I had no experience starting off and made sure I was confident and ready to pass when it came to my test. Service was second to none from start to finish and would like to thank Advance, from the girls in the office, to Dezzie the instructor for everything. I will be recommending ye to anyone going for their licence.
January 23, 2024

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank LEE from Advance Drive for getting me through stage 3 ADI. Your patient professional and expert guidance got me to the finishing line. I can highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone thinking of doing the ADI Training.
May 10, 2018Galway

I passed my C1 test today thanks to Dezzie. I have found the whole team at Advance Drive to be so professional and easy to deal with. The instructors are great, and Dezzie made sure I was as prepared as could be for the test and I passed first time. If/when I go for my minibus or towing license I will 100% be back at Advance Drive. Fantastic experience all around. Thanks!
December 5, 2025

Thanks to Dezzie, and all at Advance Drive for helping with my Artic Truck test passed first time. Were very easy to deal with and would definitely recommend to anyone.
September 15, 2023Galway

Many thanks to PJ Dunne for his fantastic preparation, guidance and support. It was thanks to him that I passed the C category exam. Great guy, great instructor, fantastic person, I recommend it. At the same time, a heartfelt thanks to Aoife for helping me find a lesson.
August 2, 2022Galway

Thanks so much to Advance Drive for helping me pass my test! The staff were always so accommodating in fitting lessons in around my own schedule and my instructor Corey fantastic- a great teacher and always so patient. Would recommend this company to anyone
December 2, 2024galway

Would highly recommend Advance Drive,Phillip has so much patience its unbelievable,passed both my C and D tests first time very easy,the name ADVANCE speaks for itself your fully advanced when your finished with phillip in both driving and CPC tests.I now also have a great knowledge of dangers of other drivers and different things you come across on a day to day basis on the road especially on the busy streets of galway.cheers phillip.........L Warde
April 28, 2014Lorcan Warde

Just wanted to thank both Philip & Micheal for the highly professional, freindly service they provide. I passed my C with no problems, will defiantly be back for D & E in the near future. Couldn't recommend them highly enough, thanks again lads.
April 28, 2014 Neil Gavin

(17/04/14) Looked at a number of other driving schools before choosing Advance Drive. I'm glad I went with my 'gut instinct' & chose this one. Philip did a great job of teaching me. I felt relaxed with him & learnt something at every lesson. He's patient, very astute (misses nothing!) a good communicator and great instructor. Managed to pass my driving test first time. I'm 'over the moon!' I would certainly recommend Advance Drive to anyone in the process of choosing a driving school. Thanks to Philip, Ailbhe & all at Advance Drive.
April 28, 2014Allison Barry

Passed my D1 (minibus) driving test today after five hours of tuition with Dessie - a great teacher with a relaxed, professional approach which works well. I would recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to pass a driving test first time - they know their stuff, they have all sorts of vehicles available and they run a professional operation.
April 30, 2014Rory

I completed my EDT lessons with Pat in Salthill. Pat was so incredibly patient with me. He never rushed me, always remained calm, and this, all in all, really helped to build my confidence. Couldn't have passed without him!
January 3, 2024Galway

Would highly recommend mike, passed my car test 1st time with his help and patience.
April 30, 2014Gemma Mc Grath

Passed my CE driving test today. Big thanks to Dezzie for giving good advices and passing my test first time. I would highly recommend Advance Drive Galway. Thank you to all the Staff. Pawel
December 16, 2020

I highly recommend Advance Drive, Corey was a great instructor and Emma in the office accommodated my lessons with pretty short notice. I passed my test on the first try and that was definitely down to the help of Corey. Thanks a mill for all your help!
December 14, 2021Galway

Just completed the Bus course with Advance Drive, covered the course very well. Excellent instructors who had a lot of experience in their fields & made the course interesting for the class. They made it easy for all, even for those of us, who had not been in a class environment for many years. A great team, well done 👏 👏👏👏
April 27, 2023Galway

I don't normally leave reviews but I feel compelled to with the absolutely fantastic service I received. The advance Drive team were so helpful with anything I needed professional and friendly made learning to drive an absolute pleasure highly recommended.
January 11, 2021Galway

I had Vinney and Lee as my instructors and passed first time, very professional and helpful at their job and had me very relaxed and confident going into my test. I can see how Lee won the award for best instructor last year as he puts everything into helping his students. I would definitely recommend Advance Drive for anyone going for a test in any category.
February 4, 2020Abbeyknockmoy

Delighted to pass the rigid test yesterday. PJ Dunne was brilliant who made it all a breeze throughout the 12 hour course. It was a month between my last lesson and the test so credit to Anton for his help in the pre-test lesson too. A big thanks also to Aoife who I would have been lost without. Thanks to all at Advance
May 18, 2023Galway

I had failed the test before (maybe more than once). A few lessons with Garry and I finally passed. An excellent instructor. "Tar and Tyres", "GOSHO" will always be remembered. Highly recommended. Thanks again Garry.
August 11, 2018

Delighted to be out the either side of the D1 licence. Dessie and Lee were brilliant instructors. Felt confidently guided to the finish line. Thanks to all the team for enabling the bigger picture. Lots of learning along the way.
November 28, 2024Sligo

Just passed my Mini-Bus Driving test - thanks to Advance Drive. Highly recommend for their very professional approach to teaching. Noel was excellent, very friendly and provided plenty of tips to improve my driving. Ronald was a fountain of knowledge on the CPCs. Thanks to Gerry and all the team at Advance Drive.
March 14, 2025

Thanks to all the staff at Advance Drive for helping me pass my trailer test. A special thanks to Lee for giving me lessons before the test. With his help and guidance I was well prepared and every aspect of the test was well covered. Thanks again.
October 14, 2024Annaghdown

I recently passed my BE trailer test. Coming as a complete beginner, Martin and the Advance Drive staff, were so accommodating when it came to lesson times, and booking the vehicle for the test, to passing my test first time! Completing the 7 hour course ensured a smooth, stress-free experience making sure I was prepared going into the test centre. Massive thanks to Martin, Aoife and the rest of the Advance Drive crew for making my towing experience a great one! I would recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to get there BE category
February 18, 2026Co. Galway

Thank you so much to Vas for helping me to pass my test! He is a fantastic teacher, so knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of lessons.
May 5, 2021

Hey just want to say I would highly recommend Advance Drive.I passed my car test for the first time on 15/11/2013. Dezzie was my instructor and he was brilliant, the main reason that I passed. I would like to give a huge thanks to everyone involved as I found Advance Drive to be very efficient and great to deal with. Thanks again.
April 30, 2014Maria Louise Lyne

A huge thank you to Advance Drive, and especially to Declan and Flan, for the exceptional and professional training provided. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of driving lessons!
November 7, 2024Galway East

I found Advance Drive to be excellent. I passed my BE test first time after four lessons from Dezzie. Great instructor and highly recommended!
April 30, 2014Tommy Faherty

Done my rigid truck training with advance and it was top class from start to finish,the girls in the office were brilliant,and my instructor martin was absolutely class to deal with,and very helpful throughout,passed my test today first time out,so delighted,would highly recommend advance for all your driver training needs 👍👍
August 28, 2023Galway

Anton was my instructor - top man he gave me everything I needed to pass my test with as little errors as possible. Highly recommend this driving school, very professional.
April 3, 2023Athlone

Thanking the team, especially Dessie who is a great instructor. Very happy to have passed CPC and driving licence today. Dessie was very calm and encouraging, taking great care boost my confidence. Thanks. Paul D
October 24, 2024Loughrea

I would recommend Advance Drive. I felt confident and well prepared for my C1 test, which I passed first time thanks to Dezzie's very clear and professional tutelage.
April 30, 2014Rob

Passed the bus test today thanks to the professionalism of the Advance Drive instructors, Pat for the first 5 lessons and Lee for the final lesson and his tips just before the test. Your help is greatly appreciated and would recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking for lessons.
July 31, 2023

I passed my category D on the 3/2/2015.Philip is a great instructor and gives you all the advise to become a professional driver.If you listen to his advise you will be on your way to a new career.
February 16, 2015Co.Clare

Everybody was excellent Dizzie and Shane were great
March 26, 2019

Many thanks to Lee who was very professional in how he went about his instructions. I wouldn't off passed with his meticulous and thorough guidance. Thanks again Emmet.
July 26, 2024

Great service and training! All the lads are easy going and are very thorough with the lessons. Sound bunch, pleasure to work with.
July 24, 2023Galway

Huge thanks to Advance Drive and especially Martin for the brilliant and professional training provided. Would highly recommend to anyone that needs tuition!
November 5, 2024

Today, at the age of 43, I at last passed my driving test; doing so, on my first attempt. After years of hesitancy, and a belief I wasn't capable of driving well, the skills, ability and professionalism exhibited by my driving instructor - Noel Nee, at all times ensured that I was more than capable and ready to achieve my full category B driving license. In no small way, it was the enthusiasm, patience, exacting dedication to excellence, humility, and his earnest sense of putting the learner first that allowed me advance with confidence to the position of executing my test, and further passing with a confidence I thought I did not own. Since my initial lesson with Noel, I was always greeted with optimism, calm, and a capacity to teach that at all times remained with me, and will, I believe, remain with me as I begin driving as a novice licensee. Again, since meeting Noel, I always felt listened to, treated as an equal, and spoken to in a manner that allowed me learn, returning each time with the knowledge I was growing in awareness, and further honing the skills necessary to become a competent driver. Here, his advice and willingness to go above and beyond in terms of ensuring I understood, while also instilling a belief I was more than capable, all indelibly paved the way to my passing the test in a successful manner. Today, therefore, it is without hesitation that I write this testimonial in the hope that Noel is somehow given the credit he richly deserves, and, from here, would gladly recommend him as an instructor to any and all, in particular those lacking the confidence in their own abilities. He remains an exceptionally good teacher exacting all those attributes required to allow those he tutors to excel as they should. In turn, I also wish to acknowledge the professionalism and understanding I was at all times met with by the staff at Advance Drive, in particular Aoife and Emma, who always met me with warmth, kindness, humour, and patience, in what has been an unprecedented and drawn out year. Undoubtedly, their ability to meet my needs financially allowed me to continue to progress with them, especially at times of financial stress. Again, their ability to show compassion and understanding proved worthy and invaluable, which is why i would have no hesitation recommending they as a professional body to any wishing to avail of lessons, where staff and instructors put the learner's need first. At a time in which the humanity or personal seems to be on the wain, the people at Advanced Drive remain a testament to what good companies are really all about - providing a service that ensures the customer is happy and further satisfied they chose to run with that company in the first place. My continued appreciation and best wishes to a company worth noting. Ted
January 12, 2021Galway

Thanks very much to Advance for enabling me to pass my bus driving test, especially Noel for his expert advice and guidance over the course of the lessons. Many thanks!
December 11, 2024

Done my car lessons with Martin in galway,he was a great teacher with lots of good coaching skills and he had lots of experience. I was delighted to have Martin as my driving instructor thanks for helping me pass my test first time around I appreciate it! I would really recommend advance drive for learning how to drive.
January 5, 2023

Got my C1 and my full D license first time round so far with Advance Drive in the space of about 4months. Cannot recommend Advance and Dezzie enough. Brilliant guidance and instruction. Great value for money.
October 22, 2015

I managed to pass both truck and bus with advance drive.Its such a well organised and friendly facility.All trainers and staff are very professional.They assist you as much as they can through whole process.I highly rate and recommend them for any of your training needs.
August 19, 2020

I Would highly Recommend Advanced Drive. I Recently passed my 'C' test and found the tuition from Philip very helpful. I found them very accommodating regarding lesson times and good value for money.
April 30, 2014Daniel Payne

I would like to thank all the team at advance drive and especially thankS martin for providing great driving lessons, martin is very thorough at delivering all you need to get through the test. He has great patience and is very easy to learn from.
October 31, 2025Galway

Just perfect, they look after you very well!! Lessons in galway with Phillip and C1 truck test with Owen in Sligo!! Excelent preperation and vey very good instructions. Lots of patience and passion. Thanks Lads.
April 30, 2014Ralph Wieschalla

I had a great experience with Advance drive and passed my rigid truck test 1st time. A massive shout out to my instructor Martin, and to Aoife in the office for keeping me updated through email and phone calls. I couldn't recommend Advance drive highly enough. Thanks again Declan.
January 20, 2025Galway

I am totally new to commercial driving and have found that Pat was a very patient and informative instructor. I learnt a great deal and he helped me through to passing my mini-bus driving test. The staff in the office are always helpful and respond quickly at the end of the phone. They are really flexible, very helpful and will help you through the whole learning process. I highly recommend Advance Drive as a very professional service which can help you through what maybe a new process to you. Thank you for helping me pass.
November 14, 2025Carraroe

A briilliant experìence with Advance Drive, Noel my tutor was very good and Left no stone unturned ln all of the Lessons. I cant thank them enough for getting me to Pass my Bus test.
September 25, 2024

Just completed and passed my D licence with advance drive. I had vincent as my instructor. From the get go the service he put you at ease and explained everything in full. Made you laugh and made the lessons and enjoyable experience. Fun to one side. He was extremely informative and professional i was left with no doubt i was going to pass. I went into the test confident but grounded also by vincent. Highly recommend advance. Top top class experience.
November 16, 2022

Passed Rigid Test first time thanks to Lee a very patient man and a great teacher. A top class service all round within Advance from the Admin right up to the Instructors will go above and beyond to help you out and you cant ask for much more a top class outfit.
January 20, 2023Galway

I passed my Artic test (CE Category) on first attempt this week. My main instructor Noel and partly Dezzie were very knowledgeable, calm and understanding. The staff in the office do an amazing job of putting everything in place for the whole team, mainly Aoife is a star at what she does. Overall, thank you so much the whole team at Advance Drive. I highly recommend you to anyone looking for a professional service provider.
October 24, 2022Galway

I have just completed my "C" Truck Licence and passed on the first attempt, thanks to PJ Dunne who is a phenomenal Truck Driving Instructor: Also I had great support and assistance in preparing for my CPC practical. The structure of the lessons are second to none. I really like the fact that I had a pre test hour before my test on the day, which prepared me well and settled my nerves ! I cant thank PJ enough, and the Advance team, who were extremely accommodating when booking my lessons, which often had to be re-scheduled due to my work load. I will be preparing to commit to my D licence in the Autumn with the Advance Team in Galway. Many thanks to all. Sass O Flynn
July 19, 2022Galway

Passed my bus test yesterday. Every single person in Advance Drive is a credit to the company - Aoife and Carla in the office, Pat who encouraged me every step of the way. I have had such a positive experience with Advance and would recommend it to anyone curious about taking this step. Niall
November 20, 2025Galway

I would highly recommend advance drive in galway. Passed my trailer test first go thanks to excellent tutoring.
April 28, 2014Michael king

Pj at advance drive trained me to pass the rigid test and was very patient and made the whole process easy going while learning a lot. The team at advance were a great help when it came to getting the cpc course done also would highly recommend them. Thanks for everything
February 23, 2022Galway

Thanks to everyone at Advance Drive for the great help and advice in preparation for the Trailer Test. The process was so smooth and they were so accommodating lesson wise!
June 12, 2023Galway

I recently completed a 12 week bus driving course with Advance Drive, and from A to Z this company covers everything. From the ladies manning the front desk/the tutors teaching the theory and the driving instructor’s (Noel) patience in getting me through the driving test. You are all top class in what you all do. Thank you Advance Drive
July 25, 2024Craughwell

I passed my driving test last week with Advance Drive for the D1 license. I want to thank Philip, Ailbhe, Gerry, Aoife, Mike and all the team for their professionalism and support throughout. I want to give a huge thanks to my driving instructor Mike. Mike is a professional, experienced and understanding Driving Instructor. With his expertise, encouragement and patience he taught me the skills to become a safe driver. I would highly recommend Mike as a Driving Instructor. My experience with Advance Drive from start to finish was superb.
May 25, 2023Clare

I just passed my jeep and trailer test with advance drive. I had Colm as my instructor, he was an absolute gent, I was on a tight time line to get it done and Colm got me through it, passing it first time. I would highly highly recommended advance drive and Colm. Thanks again lads 💯
June 16, 2026Galway

I passed both C and CE categories in the past a few months thanks to the excellent instructing, knowledge, patience and professionalism of all the instructors at Advance drive. Highly recommend anyone wishing to a category or categories to their licence, or indeed to start driving as a complete novice, to book lessons with this very professional company.
January 20, 2023

Just passed my D1 (minibus) test and CPC today on my FIRST attempt. My instructor Anton was very professional through the whole process and can't credit him enough on having me prepared, he is a great instructor and made the process very smooth and enjoyable. The team in the office were very supportive in assisting with the application process from Theory test to Driving test. I'd happily recommend Advance Drive for anyone who is looking to learn drive any vehicle.
September 3, 2021Athlone

Passed my artic today with Noel first go. Very professional and friendly staff in advance drive and a brilliant service.
May 12, 2022

I made five lessons with Pat and he was great, very helpful, calm, patient, and motivated me to keep trying. It made all the difference for me. Before I met him, all the other instructors were rude on the telephone on the first contact, they were assuming that I was a terrible trainee only because I wanted to change instructors even before they met me personally. Pat treated me differently, with respect and never second-guessed me.  So, thank you very much Advanced Drive and Pat for your support
November 5, 2019Galway

Ended up getting a clean sheet thanks to Garry's help and guidance. Would highly recommended Advance Drive and especially Garry for anyone hoping to do their driving test in the near future. Garry was a very patient and experienced driving instructor who put me at ease throughout the time I went to him for driving lessons.
February 9, 2017Salthill, Galway

Mid 40s and passed my test first time, now I can drive my 9mth old baby myself. Thanks to Martin teaching me while I was heavily pregnant and after I had the baby, his infinite patience and tolerance kept me going. Thanks to Corey for my lessons nearing test time, a kinder man you could not meet, super with "how to's" that I could understand. Carla was so good at accomodating me while on maternity leave, juggling a newborn and lessons. Thanks team Advance drive. Kate
July 18, 2023Galway city

Big thanks again to advance for all their help in getting me my truck license. Noel Dezzie and Aoife were an absolute pleasure to deal with. Highly professional team very accommodating and pleasant to deal with. Vehicles were kept to a very high standard and a pleasure to drive. I would highly recommend anyone doing their truck or bus license to look no further than advance. Thanks again to all at advance
December 8, 2021Galway

Ive just passed my hgv rigid driving test through advance drive, big thanks to anton for all his help,i would highly recommend advance drive.
March 16, 2022Shannon harbour

Done a course with advance drive would like to thank the whole advance drive team. I would highly recommend them for courses and leasons
October 8, 2025Offaly