Training

Congratulations! By finding this website you are on the right road to Learning how to drive & passing your driving test in Galway. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking for a pre test course of lessons for your driving test in Galway. Advance Drive is the driving school for you, We will help you pass your driving test first time. Take a moment to read our customer Testimonials.

Advance Drive is Galway’s largest and most successful driving school with a pass rate second to none. The Advance Drive office was originally based in Salthill, but now has its main office in our state of the art transport training centre located in Ballybane Galway. We are the only driving school and training centre in the West of Ireland approved by the RSA to deliver ADI instructor training and to deliver driver training in every category of vehicle   (A, A1, B, B, C1, C, CE, D1, D).
Advance Drive teaches beginners how to drive manual and automatic cars as well as providing driver training to professional drivers in such industries as The Fire Service, Ambulance Drivers – Paramedics / EMT’s, Coach & Minibus Drivers and Rigid & Artic Truck Drivers. Whatever the license category Advance Drive has you covered!

Advance Drive run weekly Driver CPC Training courses, Manual Handling courses, Digital Tachograph Training and provide information on ADR Driver Hazchem Training courses for professional drivers in Galway, Mayo and Westmeath.

Driver recruitment is another service offered to recently qualified and experienced drivers. We work with transport companies to place newly qualified drivers. Some commercial clients of Advance Drive include; The Department of Social Protection & Employment Services, Intreo, ETB’s Nationwide, An Post, The ESB, Galway City Council and Galway County Council.

Advance Drive guarantee to give the best possible training with Director of Advance Drive; Philip Rice being presented with the RSA’s ‘Leading Lights’ in road safety award for ‘ADI Truck Instructor of the year 2013’ & again in 2014, Advance Drive was also short listed and a finalist for the ‘Safety Award’ in the ‘Irish Logistics and Transport Awards 2014’.

Learning to drive is something that nearly every person will do in their lifetime. Getting the correct information and professional training from the start helps drivers to become safer, more competent drivers thus minimising risk to themselves and other vulnerable road users. Advance Drive will help you pass your driving test first time and provide you with all the information and guidance you need along the way.

For more information contact a member of our team on 091 524689 or email info@advancedrive.com



Testimonials

  • Passed my category b driving test on the first go. Would highly recommend advance drive, both instructors I had were great, when I first came to advance drive I had no driving experience at all and through their patience and encouragement I managed to get my license.
    October 6, 2021Galway

    I want to say a massive thank you to the Advance Drive team, especially Martin and Aoife. Firstly, every time I contacted advance drive I was greeted by Aoife who went over and beyond to help as much she could in regards to lessons, booking me in, changing slots and replying to emails. However, I owe a huge thanks to Martin, my instructor for all my 22 lessons! From start to finish he gave it his all, and I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher. He made sure I was all set for my test, which meant first go I passed with flying colours! I highly recommend him, and advance drive overall, and wish them the very best.
    July 15, 2022Galway

    The best in the country from start to finish great company I passed my rigid test back in January and today passed my artic test with advance drive from the girls in the office which are great help with everything i had dezzie for my artic lessons and he was brilliant very easy to get along with and could have the crack with can’t thank him enough for everything he showed me and to all the team in advance drive thank you
    November 5, 2025Offaly

    I would highly recommend advanced drive to anybody that wants lessons that will get you through the test first time! they are very helpful and highly trained. I would like to say a big thanks to Dezzie Barry who taught me the necessary skills to pass my test first time.
    April 30, 2014Ruadhán O Carroll

    A huge thank you to all the staff at advance drive, especially Corey and Declan for their excellent instruction, Corey in the EDT lessons and Declan in later refresher sessions after I finally got a driving test date! Delighted to have passed the test today on the first attempt and could not have done it without the advance drive team.
    May 2, 2025Galway

    Thanks to all at advance drive for helping me pass my car driving test first time, would highly recommend their driving instructor, very good at his job! Thanks to all again!!
    February 9, 2021

    I want to thank Noel and Dezzie for helping me pass my CE test, I like the professional way how they treat the driving lesson.
    March 25, 2024Galway

    Would highly recommend Advance Drive for the catagory D license, found the bus very smooth and easy to drive and the staff were very helpfull and friendly. Passed the test 1st time with their help.
    April 28, 2014Jonathan Linnane

    Many thanks to Philip and Micheal at advance drive.. Very friendly and professional.. Passed my bus test 1st time thanks to them.. Highly recommended!
    April 28, 2014Pierce

    Thank you to Advance Drive, especially Noel, for his patience and expertise throughout the course. I would highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to learn how to drive all vehicle types, especially an Artic Lorry. Best wishes
    November 18, 2024

    Thanks to Advance passed my C1 first time. They where very good would recommend them. will def be back for D1. Thanks Philip.
    April 28, 2014Eoin Molloy

    I owe a massive thank you to Advance Drive for helping me achieve my D licence. Special shout-out to Mike, the driving instructor extraordinaire, for his patience and stellar guidance throughout my journey. Couldn’t have done it without you, Mike!
    November 29, 2024Galway

    thanks to philip passed D LICENCE on 8th oct ,five 2 hour lessons test and passed with flying colours thanks to advance
    April 30, 2014steven whelan

    I passed my driving test thanks to Alan!! His patience, clear teaching, good humour were key. He focused on both passing the test and becoming a safe driver. Cant recommend enough and thank you so much Alan!
    March 9, 2026Galway

    Passed my cpc and rigid test first go thanks a million Denis (driving instructor) and Ronald (cpc training) great training given by both.
    June 2, 2022Galway

    Thanks to Noel, Lee and Martin for their instruction and preparing me to pass my rigid truck test. There method of instruction is excellent and I’d recommend them to anyone wishing to get their truck or bus license.
    July 12, 2023

    Would recommend Advance Drive for their expertise! Passed D1 minibus test on first go. All credit to instructor Lee who was very diligent and professional in his coaching. Would recommend to all future drivers...thanks again
    July 4, 2023Clare

    Vas was an excellent driving instructor. The lessons were clear and concise and if I was ever unsure of anything Vas was patient and explained everything clearly and he really helped with my confidence. I would definitely recommend to anyone!
    March 27, 2019Galway

    I contacted Advance Drive after a disappointing lesson with another provider. The booking process, the facility and communication was absolutely fantastic! The rest of our team will now be attending Advance to upskill. Special mention to PJ who is a fantastic instructor and kept everything so relaxed and easy. It was genuinely enjoyable to do lessons with him.
    October 20, 2022

    Huge thanks to Advance Drive, and especially to my instructor Declan, for helping me become a more confident and capable driver. Declan helped me understand that great driving isn't just about operating a car, but about doing it correctly, safely, and responsibly.
    April 30, 2025Galway

    Can't thank the staff at Advance Drive enough, only for them I wouldn't have my truck licence. I would highly recommend them especially Mike (driving instructor), Trevor Bonner (Forklift instructor) and James Folan (Rules of the Road). Lee done most of my lessons, he's a strict instructor but good, always open to questions. I was fairly nervous on the run up to my driving test but Mike really helped, he gave me a mock test, it eased my nerves. I really enjoyed the HGV course. All the staff are lovely, very approachable and easy to talk to. I'd highly recommend Advance Drive, keep up the good work!
    January 27, 2022

    Many thanks to the team in Advance Drive. Particular many thanks to Pat! He is very experienced and patient. Without his guidance and support, I can not pass my driving test at first time. Really grateful! Definitely recommended! Thanks again!!
    October 31, 2025Galway

    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

    Thanks all in advance for your help with my bus licence great team and great service special thanks to Mike top instructor.
    October 29, 2021Galway

    I would highly recommend advance drive. I had Dez as an instructor, he really made everything simple, and makes you confident as a driver.
    January 26, 2015galway

    From the girls behind the the desk to the instructors, Anton, Dezzie and Lee, all very helpful and easy to learn from , got me through my rigid last year and now the artic this year , recommend to anyone.
    April 14, 2025

    I passed my C+E driving test recently. Many thanks to both my instructors, Noel and Lee. Professionalism, a lot of patience and great knowledge. Highly recommend to everyone.
    March 3, 2022Galway

    Delighted to pass my Category D Bus test on my first attempt. Thanks to all at Advance Drive, a professional company who ate to be highly recommended. A special word of thanks to my fantastic instructor Noel. Noel is professional, knowledgeable, informative and good craic too. On meeting I was immediately put at ease and what followed was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. If you want to learn to drive and pass your test, Noel is the instructor you want to book. Thanks also to Emma and Aoife in the office who were always very helpful in answering any queries I had.
    January 13, 2022Galway

    To Anton my Bus driver instructor i cant praise him enough to bring me from driving nothing bigger than a van to teaching me how to drive a 40 seater coach and helping me pass my driving test plus my cpc test .I would reccommend Anton to any driver wanting to learn to drive a Bus. Thanks Anton
    February 7, 2020

    I would recommend advance learning to anyone, I would especially be recommending Dezzie as an instructer as i passed first time with only getting three lessons. He was a fantastic instructor with a very calm and relaxed way of teaching. He made it easy to remember things and i flew threw my test.
    April 30, 2014Aishling Donnelly

    Passed my artic lorry test today so happy! Want to say a huge thanks to Philip for all his patience and confidence boosters especially today! Really appreciate it! Happy trucking... Highly recommend them to anybody!
    April 28, 2014Ciara Fallon

    I had a great experience with Advance Drive in my training for the 'D' licence. The course was intense and took me a little longer than expected (that's down to me and not the instructor!) but I passed my test first time and the quality of Lee's instruction came through for me. He was very patient and professional and always gave me the encouragement to persevere. I couldn't recommend Lee, Pat and the office team more - thanks lads!!
    January 17, 2025Galway

    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 would like to say a big thank you to all at Advance Drive for helping me pass my class C driving test. Always professional and courteous. For all you aspiring truck and bus drivers out there I would definitely recommend Advance Drive so mush so I can't wait to do my artic training with them as soon as I get my provisional license. And finally a big thank you to my instructor Dezzie who's cool and professional manner during my lessons helped to put me at ease, fair play to him he only had to step on that emergency break a few times, again a big thank you to all, stay safe and hopefully see you soon for the next stage.
    August 12, 2020Galway

    I just passed my B driving licence today and I wouldn't do it without amazing instructors Adam and Brian in Advance Drive. Thank you for your patience, your support, your lessons, calming me down and preparing for the test day! The best instructors and best driving school on Galway!
    December 20, 2021

    I am delighted to say that I just passed my bus driving test. The teachers and driving instructors at Advance drive are very knowledgeable and professional. I was a bit nervous about the driving and the test preparation, but they were very patient. They encouraged and prepared me so well that I passed my test the first time. I highly recommend advance drive to everyone.
    July 28, 2022

    Passed the bus test first time. Advance Driving made that happen. They organised everything and there is no way I would have done it without their assistance advice help and instructions. Aoife and Emma- thanks for all help with lesson times. Lectures Ronnie and Tom, some day I hope to be as knowledgeable as ye guys, unreal. I've a long way to go tho. Denis- a very big thank you for your expert instruction on driving. You were brilliant. Thanks Advance again . Highly recommend Advance
    July 28, 2022

    I've passed my test 1st time today with the help of Philip's professionalism, patience and support. Once he spotted my mistakes, he was determined to teach me the proper way of driving. I was not confident driving at first but he soon put me to ease. I would highly recommend Philip, Advance Drive.
    April 30, 2014Stephen Carr

    I have just passed my artic truck test with advance drive. I had Noel and Dessie as my instructors. Both were very experienced and had me very well prepared for the test. Their attention to detail is exceptional. Thanks again to everyone in advance drive who run a very professional service.
    March 14, 2024Galway

    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

    Finally passed my driving test yesterday. Could not recommend Advance Drive enough, my instructor Vas was incredibly patient and could always tell me exactly where I was going wrong and what I needed to do to fix it. He was so terrific and professional and told me exactly what I needed to do to get my license. Driving did not come naturally to me at all and I had absolutely no experience driving a car before starting lessons. Even so, I always felt comfortable and never worried that getting my license was unachievable, as the lessons were really tailored to what I needed. The Advance Drive team we’re always lovely to deal with if I ever had to call them for anything. Definitely will be recommending
    February 18, 2020Galway

    I just passed my test 2 days ago and it is all thanks to Vas. He is so patient and kind and makes sure you know everything before your test. Understandably, I was getting a bit nervous before my test and Vas calmed me down and told me I know everything and to just relax. I HIGHLY recommend Vas as a driving instructor.
    January 25, 2019galway

    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 both my rigid and artic test with advance drive. Could not recommend them more. From the girls in the office to the instructors everything was made so easy. Had Noel for my artic test today and for my lessons one of the soundest lads I’ve met.
    November 29, 2023Galway

    I done a 10 week course with advance drive and found it very professional and helpful in many ways. I just done my bus test and cpc test this morning and passed it the first time with just 1 grade 1 fault. The tutors and driving instructors were so helpful informative and brilliant I'd highly reccomend them.
    February 1, 2022

    Having recently completed and thankfully passed the Rigid Truck Course, I would just like to thank Advance Drive for all the excellent tuition that we all received while on the the course. I would particularly like to thank Martin for his patience and his great instruction with the driving lessons. Thanks also to all the Admin staff as always, for keeping everything on track and running smoothly for us throughout the course. A truly exceptional experience. Thank you all so much.
    August 30, 2024Galway

    I would highly recommend advance drive I used them to get my eb licence and I found dezzie great for information and very straight talking and a great instructer I will be defiantly be back to do the artic or the bus.once again thank you for everything. Sean o malley
    April 28, 2014Sean o malley

    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

    Super thankful to the whole team at Advance drive for all their help from start to finish. The girls in the office, Aoife and Carla were so helpful and accommodating trying to get times and dates that suited me each week. And a massive thank you to Corey was the most patient and supportive instructor. Without him I wouldn’t have passed on the first attempt, his calm and friendly attitude instantly put me at ease! Thank you!
    December 12, 2024Galway

    Dessie was my driving instructor- he was absolutely excellent in every way. Great attention to detail, clear communicator. All round brilliant and highly satisfactory experience with advance drive.
    July 20, 2020Galway

    Passed my Artic Driving Test All Thanks To The Team Par Excellence At Advance Drive ,Their Professionalism ,Patience ,Communication, Consideration and Knowledge is Exemplary .Thanks Again And Continued Success In The Future To All At Advance Drive .
    January 16, 2016Galway

    Would highly recommend Noel in Advanced Drive, he is an excellent instructor and was patient and dedicated throughout the whole process! Many thanks again to Noel and all in Advanced Drive.
    September 7, 2020Galway

    Massive thanks to PJ Dunne for all the lessons and helping me pass my Truck test first time, top class instructor and a gentleman, also huge thanks to the people working in the offices made it very easy to book lessons and always there to help with any issues. Highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone thinking of getting the truck license top class service and thanks again for everything 👍 Conor
    July 28, 2022

    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

    I had Martin for my Rigid Truck lessons. He was calm and explained everything in a easy to understand manner. Some bad habits I had brought from driving were quickly pinpointed and fixed with some advice. He put me at ease from lesson 1 and his feedback after lessons was a great help. Thanks Martin and all at advance for your help.
    February 9, 2024Galway

    Passed my D license with the excellent help of Mike who has a calm and focussed approach from his many years of experience. The staff at Advance are most helpful and you feel confident that once to listen and practice what you are taught the test won’t be a problem.
    April 5, 2022Galway

    Passed my Category B driving test today. A massive thank you to my instructor Noel and everyone at Advance Drive for their help along the way in making me a more competent driver. Noel is very encouraging and knows exactly what is necessary to pass your test first time. Highly recommend.
    May 5, 2021Westside, Galway

    Passed my artic test with Advance Drive recently. Really helpful and friendly office staff - very easy to deal with. Dezzie my instructor was excellent - great knowledge of the routes and gave me great guidence. I had Noel for one lesson and found him very good also. I would highly recommend Advance Drive. Thanks Paul Casserly
    August 7, 2024Claregalway

    Thanks very much to pat in Advance Drive for helping me pass my bus test, a very nice helpful Gentleman.
    May 30, 2024Tuam

    I passed my car driving test last week, I booked to few last minute lessons with advance Drive and if it wasn't for my instructor I really don't think I would have passed! The instructor was so patient and gave me so many good tips to help me drive better! I'd highly recommend taking lessons here!
    November 10, 2021

    Just passed my C+E exam thanks to my instructor Dezzie. Thank you for your hard work and patiance during our lessonss. I strongly recommend Advance Drive Galway. Thanks to all Very helpfull Staff members and instructors. Kind regards Piotr Kucharski
    November 6, 2020

    Hi All, I just want to thank Dezzie and all the team at Advance Drive for helping me pass my Class B driving test last Monday in Westside Galway. Overall, I did 17 lessons with Dezzie in the Ford Fiesta and I found him to be extremely friendly, professional and knowledgeable at all times, and I can definitely say that he has the patience of a saint. As such, I can't recommend Advance Drive enough and I know that I would not have passed my driving test first time round without Dezzie's expert help. Thanks a million Dezzie.
    April 30, 2014Brendan Kelly

    What are you waiting for, without delay get onto www.advancedrive.com right now or phone 091 524 689 or even email them at info@advancedrive.com - to get on the right road for a career in driving, all sorts of vehicles small, large, gigantic, forklift etc. If you want to learn how to drive safely go to them now you'll be glad you did! Pictured here Advance Drive's famous "Vinnie" professional trainer for truck bus cpc etc. There's nothing Vinnie doesn't know about safe professional driving and he has a mighty humour too, makes each lesson fun with suitable stories and driving tips to help you on the road, and Vinnie is only one of the many instructors at Advance Drive, all in all a mighty team at Advance Drive, the girls in the office work hard to assist as well, they understand the transport profession and will do all they can to help you. Good luck going forward, mind yourself on the road now, Johnnie T.
    February 7, 2022County Crusheen

    I would highly recommend advance drive for artic lessons noel is a brilliant instructor passed test with a clear sheet .Thanks everyone in advance drive
    April 5, 2023

    Advance Drive are an excellent company, so professional and all the staff are extremely helpful. Many thanks to all the staff and especially to Martin my instructor who was excellent throughout. Róisín
    September 25, 2024Galway

    Very happy with advance drive training centre, Passed my rigid truck licence with them and great service from office staff to instructors.
    February 23, 2021Galway

    Just completed my rigid truck test with Advance Drive this week and what a great experience I had not just passing the test but the learning experiences I got , I wish to thank all the staff at advance drive from the office staff to the instructors ,all of you have to be commended on your professionalism and your approach to teaching , learning and instructing at Advanced Drive.I have to say a big thank you to my right hand man even though he was sitting on the left hand side ,PJ Dunne.I can only describe his instruction as exceptional,a true gent that makes you feel confident in driving .along with all at advanced drive there is an overall infectious enthusiasm for learning and I thank you for that. May I wish all at Advance Drive the best for the future,I have no hesitation in highly recommending Advance Drive for all your instructional needs from car,truck bus and artic best wishes and many thanks again Eugene Flynn
    October 10, 2022tuam, co. galway

    Many thanks to all on the Advance Drive team. Special thanks to Aoife, Ailbhe, PJ, and Martin who were a great support throughout my C driving experience. Your hard work and dedication literally drive pupils to a successful finish line. Thanks again and best wishes to you all.
    June 9, 2023Galway

    Passed my bus test with Advance, fantastic company to deal with, and you couldn't ask for a nicer instructor than Pat, he was very calm and patient with me, thanks for everything
    April 18, 2024Galway

    I would highly recommend Advance Drive. I have passed my test first time around and I couldn’t have done it without the great guidance from Vas, my instructor. Vas was very patient with me starting off and continued this way up until the day of my test. Emma from Advance Drive was also always a pleasure to deal with over the phone.
    February 1, 2022

    Passed my truck test today what brilliant service and great bunch of people from gerry aoife Philip with the help they gave me but definitely Martin my instructor one of the best there is great team and great service will not fault them
    January 20, 2025Offaly

    Would highly recommend advance drive.Excellent and clear instructions from Vas. He explained everything clearly and helped boast my confidence.I felt relaxed and well prepared from my test thanks his thorough approach . Thanks again.
    April 12, 2018Galway

    Amazing training, very knowledgeable and professional trainers. Constructive feedback was always provided. I would recommend Advance Drive to everyone.
    February 18, 2022Galway

    'I had a fantastic experience learning how to drive a bus with this company. My main instructor was Lee and I would highly recommend him as well as the company in question. Thank you for all your assistance and support during my time with you.'
    September 2, 2020

    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 truck test first time after 6 lessons with Phil. Brillant tutor and very friendly. Two hour lesson really make a difference, would highly recommend them. Cheers Phil!!
    April 28, 2014Ger Dolan

    Passed my driving test today, and I could not recommend Advance Drive, and my instructor Pat enough. Pat left no stone unturned and had me well prepared and at ease heading into the test having covered all throughout my lessons. Thanks to all the team
    June 30, 2023Westside

    I Passed my Rigid Driving test the first time on the 29-11-16, Thanks to the excellent Team of Advance Drive Galway, Great tuition, First class! Highly recommended.
    December 1, 2016Castlebar

    Thanks to advance drive and all there staff especially mike for giving me the lessons . He made it so easy for me to pass , Mike goes through everything very throughly and makes sure you are ready before you go for your test . It’s a good instructor that will get you to pass your test but a great instructor to get a clean sheet and that’s what Mike did . Thanks again to all of ye in advance, I can’t sing enough of your praises
    February 27, 2020

    Passed my rigid truck test first time after taking lessons with Vincent a top class instructor. Vincent is very down to earth, wonderful at explaining everything & an excellent tutor.
    June 11, 2019Roscommon

    Thanks to everyone at advance for being so helpful and accomadating.
    March 28, 2022Galway

    I am very happy with the Instructor Martin,he made everything look very essy and calmed me down before the test.He gave me confidence and i passed my test.Great team and very professional.
    February 8, 2024

    Passed my artic test thanks to the excellent lessons from Noel and Dezzie. Both great instructors gave me great tips on passing the test first time. Highly recommend Advance Drive.
    May 18, 2023

    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

    I can not recommend enough the service provided by advance drive galway. The whole way through. Every member of the team went out of their way to make things as easy as possible . My driving instructor was Lee, he was excellent. Trying to teach an old dog new tricks cant be easy.. But he did it. Thanks so much to all at advance drive. John Cave
    January 25, 2021Galway

    Passed my driving test after few hours with Vas from Advance drive. He is absolutely amazing! So much patience and understanding! Due to covid, my learning lasted 2 years, I changed 4 different instructors from different driving schools. Vas made it all possible, I wouldn't be driving without him! School is great too, every contact to book lessons and make payment was easy and straight forward. They sent all materials on email. Very helpful and friendly! Thank you all ❤️
    September 15, 2022Galway Westside

    Huge thanks to everyone at Advance drive, what a professional outfit they are, special thanks to Anton on helping me get over the line for my D1, excellent tutor who is tough but fair and we had the craic and a few laughs along the way. Thanks Again..
    February 16, 2021

    Past my jeep and trailer test at the first attempt. Dezzie was my instructor and was very knowledgeable and a great support. Also Ailbhe in the office was extremely pleasent, efficient and gave good detail of all lessons to take place. This is an excellent driving school with customer service and success a top priority. Thanks for all the help and support. Gearoid.
    December 17, 2015Galway

    Done the switcharoo to Advance as I wasn't making progress. Came onboard with Dessie and the license was a formality. Great instructor, easy learning - I highly recommend.
    April 28, 2014Anthony G

    Passed my D1 test first time thanks for advance drive, all thanks to Philips tuition! He was calm, professional, patient and a great teacher! Made me feel at ease straight away and knocked all the bad habits out of me! Very flexible and willing to accommodate changing bookings at short notice. I have no bad reports for advance drive, I would highly recommend them. The best around! :-)
    April 30, 2014Fiona

    (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

    Thank you so much Vincent for preparing me for the Bus Driving test. Very wise advice with exceptional driving history behind him. Gives very useful driving tips right from the first lesson and reinforces all the way through. Very good driving habits I now have!
    November 17, 2021Galway

    Advance Drive was a great option to complete my EDT in the way to obtain the Irish driving license. Very responsive and proffesionals, Emma and Aoife were great in supporting the classes scheduling and booking the car for the day of the test. For me it was very valuable the offered service to book the same car to take the exam. My instructor Pat was brilliant and patient in guiding me in the introduction to Ireland's driving rules and correcting me some bad driving habits!. He gave me very good tips, that I took, and I am very happy to have passed the driving test today!
    August 23, 2021GORT

    Thank u so much everyone in advance drive. Especially to Mr. Vincent my instructor. I don’t know how to thank him. He was very kind and helpful. Any way my sincere thanks to Mr. Vincent. I passed my test first time. All credit goes to Mr. Vincent and advance drive and GRETB. Thanks to all once again.
    March 14, 2025Tuam

    My driving instructor was dessy who I found to be very knowledgeable and easy going. Dessy was very observant and did not miss a thing which was very beneficial to assisting with getting me ready for my test which I passed with a clean sheet. Thank you very much and keep up the great work. Richard King
    February 5, 2020Galway

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

    I passed my Driving test yesterday for the first time, with a clean sheet, and that is 100% a result of Vas, and his classes. He had wonderful teaching methods, that worked. I would definitely recommend him, and the classes at Advance Drive.
    June 10, 2022Galway

    Have to say a huge thanks to the team at advance passed my d license and cpc with gerry a great instructor and staff in office were v helpful I would highly recommend them
    June 10, 2022Galway

    Passed my C test first time, thanks to both Anton and Lee who helped me prepare. I was confident going into test thanks to Anton pre test lesson to calm the nerves! Highly recommend the lads to anyone getting ready for tests! Girls in office were excellent too for scheduling lessons etc.. thanks to all at Advance Drive
    November 25, 2020Galway

    Advance drive team very Professional team When I meet this team first I had nothing only only car licence and now have bus and rigid lorry licence all thanks to Advance team Where I do I start I first met Philip and Ailbhe in Althlone when I went for my bus licence very Professional at the job . I went for my Rigid Lorry license went to galway to do it I met rest of the team very Professional staff Aoife and Emma are on front desk when walk in door u are Greeted with a smile All driving Instructor very professional. Their is no mark to grade the advance drive team very Professional and always go above the job to make fell comfortable to get your licence.
    January 27, 2022Co Clare

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