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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
I just passed my Bus (D) test first time. A massive thanks to Phillip for his professional and relaxed instruction. I would not hesitate in recommending him to anyone learning to drive.
January 26, 2015Galway
Huge Thanks To Advance Drive Just Passed My Bus Test...Cannot Thank Enough My Instructor Dezzie For All His Helpful Tips & Tricks And Many Thanks To Aoife, Ailbhe and Obviously Boss Philip Who Took Me Out For The Test Made Me Confident To Do It Which I Did 😁😁😁
March 18, 2021Loughrea, Galway
a very professionally run organization, with excellent diligent, detailed instructors, providing an excellent service to the transport industry. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Advance Drive and the team, to anyone looking to become a professional Driver in either Car, truck, Artic, or Bus as their expertise would make anyone comfortable, competent and guide them on the journey.
December 12, 2024Co Galway
I would like to thank all at advance drive for helping me achieve my D licence, my instructor Vincent was a gem, I really looked forward to every lesson and learned something new everytime from him, he is an excellent instructor
April 25, 2023Killimor
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
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
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
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
Recently passed my C class Rigid truck licence test after being taught by Vincent at ADVANCE DRIVE. His way, manner and vast experience was a great help.
I would like to thank him for his patience and great tuition and wish him well in the future, Thank you also to Emma and Aoife for their on the ball assistance through these recent tough times..
Wish me luck with the bus....
December 15, 2020Athlone
I had Vincent as my instructor for the bus, he was excellent, very friendly, very informative and really professional. My 2 hours lessons just flew by with him! Thanks to the guys in the office and on reception too, great bunch a lads! Now I'm a professional bus driver and I'm delighted!!!
June 10, 2022Galway
Found Advance Driving School to be very helpful and informative when making inquiries about getting a new category added to licence. I had a couple of truck driving lessons with Dessie and passed first time. Found Dessie to be very informative about all aspects of rules of the road as some of these had to be refreshed for me. Also found him to be very relaxed during lessons. Would definitely recommend for future lessons. Thank you.
January 12, 2016Galway
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 6, 2023Galway
Massive thanks to Advance Drive for getting me through the C1. Very helpful in getting me out of my bad habits that I'd picked up since doing the B. Was also a lovely small truck for learning. Will be back for the D1, thanks again.
April 28, 2014Helen van den Hof
I just passed cpc practical today . Without lee it is not possible . And he is very professional and the team advance drive is very helpfull they give proper instructions for me to achive this . Thanks advance drive and lee
January 15, 2025Galway
passed test first time great service from phillip and mike really good ps a glass of champagne after passing test would be nice.
April 30, 2014eddie brennan
I found Philip very pleasant, professional and thorough. His knowledge and experience were very apparent throughout the lessons. I hope to deal with Advance Drive again when adding further categories to my license.
April 28, 2014Tim
Thanks to all at Advance for your help in training me and guiding me throughout the course, no stone was left unturned. I especially want to thank Anton, Lee and all the ladies for coordinating everything and arranging lessons at hours to suit.
April 7, 2023Galway
I found Advance to be excellent. I did truck lessons with them and passed first time in both the CPC and main test. They have great experience they put you at ease and explain everything. There vehicles are excellent to learn in.
April 30, 2014Tadhg Bolger
Thanks to Corey for all your help and guidance throughout my driving lessons. Your patience, teaching, and advice were invaluable and made a significant difference in my learning experience.
I was completely hesitant to even learn to drive, but your calm and encouraging approach ensured the whole process was a joy. Your expertise and reassuring demeanor made each lesson something I looked forward to, rather than something to be anxious about. I'm truly thankful for your dedication and the effort you put into helping me become a confident and safe driver.
I highly recommend you to anyone looking to learn how to drive. Your professionalism and kindness make you an exceptional instructor.
June 14, 2024Bearna, Co Galway
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
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
Thanks to all @ advancedrive, passed my C rigid test today, special thanks to Vincent our excellent instructor. Also thanks to Shane and Trevor excellent instructors on the reach and Counter-balance. All done as part of our training course run by the GRETB and ADVANCEDRIVE. Get on the road with advancedrive. Excellent training.
August 8, 2020
I highly recommend Advance Drive for their professional service. Having never driven a large vehicle before, from day one my bus driving training with Mike was excellent! Initial nerves were soon put to rest and I felt at ease with his guidance and his great wealth of experience as we progressed with the driving training program and preparations for the CPC. I passed both my D driving test and CPC first time! Thank you to Mike, Ailbhe and the team at Advance Drive!
February 2, 2015Claregalway
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
Passed the truck (c) test today. Had Des as my instructor. Sound man, easy to get on with and knows his stuff. Thanks again Des and all at advance. Hope to be back in the future.
April 30, 2014keith derrig
Thank you very much to you and the instructors. Ronald prepared us for the CPC. Everything he told us was asked at the exam. Anton taught me how to drive a bus, he explained everything very correctly, it helped me a lot. Thanks to your whole team!!!!!
August 13, 2024Galway
Passed my driving test first time today with Pat as my instructor. He gave me great help and guidance and helped me gain confidence while driving.
March 28, 2022Westside
After failing in my test in a different town, I decided to take lessons from Advance Drive. Vas was my instructor. I took only 5 lessons with him and gained my confidence back. He's very thorough and systematic. He is an excellent instructor. I wish I had taken all my mandatory lessons with him so I wouldn't have wasted my time and money at the first place. Wherever you live, I highly recommend you to take lessons with him. Thank you so much!
September 17, 2019Galway
A massive thanks to Advance Drive for the brilliant service, especially to Lee for being an extremely patient and efficient instructor. Thank you for helping me develop and improve my driving skills, which allowed me to pass my bus test on my first attempt, and for squeezing me in for early morning lessons. Lee is a good instructor who is brilliant at instilling confidence in all areas of driving. He always gives constructive feedback throughout the lessons. I cannot recommend Lee enough for learner drivers of different levels of ability and confidence. He is an incredibly supportive mentor for anyone who wants to learn.
October 29, 2024Knocknacarra
My whole experience from start to finish with the crew at advanced drive was second to none when going for my rigid driving test. The girls in the office were brilliant to deal with when scheduling and rescheduling lessons. PJ Dunne is an exceptional instructor and made sure I was well prepared for my test today. I’m delighted to have passed with huge thanks to PJ and everyone at Advanced Drive. Highly recommended for any sort of lessons you’d require.
April 4, 2023Galway
Many thanks to Martin who is/was professional in helping me to pass my C licence, thumbs up as well to Advance Driving team who helps in communication, God bless you guys ,thanks
July 25, 2024Galway
Passed my D class bus licence test this week.
I 'm convinced that it was down to the very professional team of people at Advanced Drive in Galway that I did so well in every aspect of the training. The training is both relaxed and very professional in the delivery. You find your self all of a sudden in about week 5 or 6 of the 10 week course having a very good understanding of what is required as a professional bus driver. Even more surprising you will be driving a D class Bus around Galway and Oranmore like it was your daily drive. That really impressed me!
I would like to say a very warm and grateful thank you to all the talented team at Advance Drive, long may you continue.
J Bennis, Bus driver.....
If you are considering a career driving or just want to start with your Car licence, do not put it off or worry about your ability. The fantastic team of people at Advance Drive Galway will prepare you and your confidence to succeed what ever you want to achieve. And the very best of good luck to you.
Thank you, I enjoyed every minute of my training with Advance Drive.
November 17, 2022Clare
What a great driving school! My driving instructor Mike is brilliant. With his years of experience really stood to me when it came to my lessons. Very well planned lessons each week. Thank you to all the staff at Advance Drive. You all deserve my thanks. Needless to say I would highly recommend this driving school!
September 27, 2024Galway
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 would like to thank everyone in Advance Drive,
A special thanks to Lee for giving me lessons and preparing me to pass test and I would like to thank Mike as he gave me 1 lesson before the test.
Thank you so much
And I'll be back soon for Artic licence 😇😇
October 22, 2024Galway
Brilliant experience with Advance Drive who helped me pass my category D licence. My driving instructor Mike was fantastic, he showed me the ropes behind the wheel of a bus and what to look out for. I also found all the staff in Advance Drive like Gerard and Aoife very helpful with anything I needed to sort out. In a whole the course and everyone involved was great and I appreciate the help I had received.
September 30, 2024Galway
A wonderful experience getting lessons with the Team in Advance, they have everything covered from course content to real world tips and advice on the road. Highly recommended 👌 Big shout out to Mike & Noel for putting up with me 🙈
April 10, 2024Galway
Hi there.
I used Advance before taking the jeep and trailer test.
Dezzie and Lee were brilliant instructors, very knowledgeable and professional, incredibly helpful and gave me great advice to pass the test on my first attempt.
Wonderful company to deal with all round.
Highly recommended.
Kevin
April 2, 2025Galway
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 driving test today thanks to Pat's help and guidance. He really helped me to improve my driving and feel confident going for my test. Would certainly recommend Advance Drive to anyone learning to drive. Thanks again!
March 4, 2022
Passed my Rigid test first time round. Can’t thank PJ enough for his guidance and knowledge. An enjoyable experience from the very first lesson. The admin team were very helpful throughout. Highly recommend Advance Drive for lessons.
March 7, 2023
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
I had Dezzie who instructed me through my Bus licence as well as my jeep and trailer licence. He was an excellent instructor who made learning as easy as possible. The company is professional and dependent and I would totally recommend using their services. Thank you.
February 4, 2020
Thank you vas for helping me with my driving lessons and I managed to pass it on the first test, it would not be possible without your help! Your tips regarding what to look out for and common pitfalls were really useful! :)
November 13, 2018Galway
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've just passed my jeep and trailer test on the first attempt. Even after over 20 years of driving experience, I can say I'm a better driver now thanks to Noel and Dezzie's expert knowledge and tuition. Thanks also to Aoife for organizing the lessons and working around my schedule. I can highly recommend Advance Drive!
February 16, 2023Galway
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
Special thanks to Dezzie , who was my instructor for category D. I just passed my driving test for the first time with very positive result ! Dezzie is very patient instructor, very understandable and highly skilled professional. I would highly recommend Advance Drive school for someone who want to work with competent and professional people. Thank you very much once again !
Jozef Szuszkiewicz
December 17, 2015Galway
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.
May 11, 2022Galway
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
Vas and the other instructors were incredibly patient and always kept careful track of what needed to be worked on and I passed my Drivers Test first time around. I definite recommend if you feel you are a nervous driver!
March 21, 2019Galway
Want to thank Dezzie for teaching me and getting me to pass my driving test first time in Galway,Great instructor,easy learning :) MC
April 28, 2014Michelle
I passed my truck C test yesterday. I never drove a truck before and did seven lessons with Advance Drive instructor PJ Dunne. PJ’s tuition was 10/10, excellent, extremely professional. He is very personable and puts you at ease. His extensive experience is priceless, and he weighs your capabilities instantly and focuses on your weaknesses. He also drills you on the headline Health and safety and has his easy-to-follow notations to program you in good practice. The test is difficult, I was pushed on every element during the test. The lessons got rid of my years of ‘bad habits’ driving a jeep. During the test, PJ’s advice loud in my head at every junction, tight corner squeezed road due to road works, looking ahead to preempt potential hazards all came together the day of the test. When the examiner spoke to me briefly after the test, she said – ‘You must have been driving a truck for a while.’ That is a testimony to how good Advance Drive is and Instructor PJ Dunne. I highly recommend Advance drive for any of your driving lessons. In house Aoife, who had to account for my few cancellations, is very professional, friendly, and polite. An extremely efficient, professional business. Lessons are essential to pass this test and I highly recommend Advance Drive-An effective team.
Peter
November 11, 2022
Passed truck test first time thanks to very friendly, professional people all through Advance Drive. Thanks to Vincent and all the staff. Would highly recommend them.
August 7, 2020edenderry
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
Passed my truck test first go!!
Aoife you’re a legend sorting the times and days for everything.
Anton, Noel and Dessie can’t thank you guys enough. Made me so relaxed and comfortable driving. Methods you guys teach and the professionalism shown is out on its own!!
Can’t thank you guys enough.
November 30, 2021Galway
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
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
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 want to thank philp,Anton and the team there professional approach to deliver top draw instruction was exceptional. Along with there willingness to help the student throughout it was a pleasure to be a student over the past few months I wish you all the success in the future
March 31, 2023Athlone
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
(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 driving test today, and on my first go! My instructor Pat was amazing - completed my EDT, covered all the test prep, gave great calm feedback and tips, and was a great reassuring presence in the car. Really gave me the confidence I needed to fly through the test. Huge thanks to all at Advance Drive!
April 27, 2023Galway
I would highly recommend advance drive for getting lessons on whichever type of vehicle. I got my coach licence 1st time thanks to Philip and Michael. I was made very comfortable and found it easy to ask questions at any time. You will do you're driving test with confidence.
April 30, 2014Paul Maloney
Done both my Rigid and Artic truck test with Anton. Highly recommend great guy got me a first time pass on each test. Over all a great company to deal with thanks
November 15, 2023Athlone
Had numerous lessons with other tutors and failed my test first time. My second time had only two double lessons with Philip and passed with flying colours! thanks a million guys! keep up the good work
April 30, 2014Susan Looby Cullinane
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
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 did my D licence with Advance Drive before Christmas. Dessie was my instructor and I found him to be very experienced, patient and professional. Dessie subtly gets the point across of the mistakes that you are making without making you feel bad about it. He recommended that I do 2 extra lessons, the benefit of which was very noticeable and I may not have passed first time without them. Many thanks to Dessie and all at Advance Drive.
January 13, 2016Galway
i cant say enough good things about advance drive all there staff are excellent i now have my rigid and artic licence and 3 types of fork lifts and safe pass
and all instructors were top class they have a no nonsense approach they push you when needed for your own good to get you as good as possible for your test
aoife is excellent at her job.
, friendly and knows all the info you need straight off vincent was my instructor for the rigid and got me through first time tops class
dessie was my instructor for the artic he doesnt miss a thing but thats good he got me trough first time deserves a medal
thanks to gerry and philip for all the guidance and putting me on the right path
this company is not all about talking money of you its about you getting through the test and i felt this from the first phone call
many thanks to all involved
best regards
regis golding
July 4, 2020galway and roscommon
Passed my bus test today so a big thank you to all at advance drive for your patience and expertise,everyone there so helpful and friendly!
July 6, 2023Galway
I got my rigid licence with Martin first go and couldn't be happier.
Kept on my toes but also in the present moment where cool heads prevail.
Made sure I was ready to pass and I did so thanks for that Martin you're a legend!
As is the Advance Drive team with Aoife and Ailbhe who really kept things ticking along with great communication so you always know what's happening and when. Thank you you're the best!
A positive experience from start to finish. Highly recommended!
January 11, 2024Galway
Passed my c license on my first try today. I would to thank the whole team at advance drive for there dedication on helping me pass my driving test I would like to give a special shout out to my driving instructor dezzie who made every thing very simple for me I would recommend you guys to everyone and anyone who is wanting to learn how to drive a truck or a car you get a big 10/10 from me. Also I would like to thank Mike Rice for his kind words today thanks so much Darren Jennings
May 1, 2024Galway
Can't recommend these people highly enough.
Passed my Mini Bus driving test first time. Big thank you to Mike for his patience and excellent guidance. Thanks also to Philip, Gerry, Ailbhe, Aoife, Carla and all those who organised everything and everyone with military precision.
September 30, 2024Galway
Definately recommend Advance Drive. Passed my test first time with great lessons from Dezzie Barry. Great instructor and highly recommended
April 28, 2014Padraic Casserly
The teacher (in my case Vas) was always composed and taught all principles of driving excellently, while also correcting every aspect that needed improvement in my driving. Really encouraging to get better and to focus on the road. Your money will be very well invested here. I pass my driving test, with no faults on the first try!
January 30, 2023Galway
Excellent tuition by Philip in Galway. Very professional and had me prepared for trailer towing test in a few lessons. will highly recommend to anyone needing tuition
April 28, 2014Lonan o farrell,
Done category D coach licence with Lee from Advance Drive.Excellent instructor.Highly recommended.Thank You.
February 13, 2019Galway
Just passed my bus driving test today, I am absolutely over the moon. A big thank you to everyone at Advance Drive for all you help in particular my instructor, Vincent, very patient, knows how you keep you calm and can talk you through any situation, couldn't have done it without you. Thank you again. Xx
February 16, 2021Killucan
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
Thank you so much. My instructor Declan was absolutely fabulous. He helped me even until the last hour and i passed the driving test on the first try.
March 11, 2025Oranmore
Thanks to Advance Drive and Mike he's great Instructor. Passed C test first time. Thanks again really enjoyed the course
May 11, 2022Limerick
Thanks to Dezzie and Noel for their excellent instruction, which assisted me greatly in passing the Artic Truck test.
March 29, 2024
Just passed my bus test and the help and experience I got from noel and Mike was invaluable. I would highly recommend advance drive to anyone looking to get or upgrade their driving licence
February 1, 2024Galway
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
Thanks for helping me pass jeep and trailer test on first attempt special mention to Lee for the lessons and help/advice on booking test,to Aoife in the office for promptly returning calls and changing bookings and finally Noel for the pre test spin. Thanks guys would highly recommend ye to anyone looking for lessons
September 5, 2023Galway
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
Thanks to everyone at Advance for your help in training me on the Rigid course, Lee and Anton went above and beyond to give me the confidence to pass the driving test. Also thank you Trevor and Frank for training me on the forklift , would highly recommend
May 8, 2023Galway
Passed test after completing lessons with Advance drive. Mike was an excellent tutor giving top class advice and tuition in preparation for the test. Would highly recommend Advance drive for their professionalism and attention to detail.
July 4, 2023Galway
I passed the C1 test first time thanks to advance drive. Philip has a remarkable knowledge of all things related to the driving test and he did everything in his power to help me pass first time.
April 28, 2014Darragh Kirwan
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
Noel was excellent, very professional and thorough with all aspects or my lessons and training. The whole process from booking my 1st lesson to passing my test was a very positive experience with Advance drive. A credit to all involved.
February 8, 2024Galway
Would highly recommend Advance Drive. From the professional instructors to the helpful hints and tips before the test. Passed my C1 in Galway first time on 21/10/13 and had never drove a large vehicle before. Thanks Desie and Advance drive. Looking forward do doing the D1 soon hopefully.
April 28, 2014Conor Carrig
I passed-my car test the first time thanks to dezzies help. His patience and informative lessons really helped me to learn qucikly and I would definitely recommend him for anyone hoping to pass their car test.
April 30, 2014Shane Nugent
Thanks to Phillip for his great teaching skills , patience and all round tutor skills . passed the test first time with just a couple of lessons . would highly recommend him or any of the wounderfull team at advance.
April 30, 2014matthew mc mahon
Thank you very much Philip and all at Advance Drive for helping me pass my category C Rigid Truck test today. In six lessons Philip honed my skills to perfection with careful, patient instruction and total professionalism. Passed with flying colours the tester said! I recommend Advanced Drive in Galway to any prospective learner driver. Thank you again Philip.
March 12, 2015Clifden, Co Galway
Thank you to Advance Drive for helping me pass my Trailer Test. Martin was a fantastic Instructor and I would highly recommend anyone applying for a Trailer License to go to Advance Drive to get lessons. The lessons made sure I was ready and confident to pass my test. The professionalism shown by but both Martin and Lee was second to none.
April 1, 2025Galway
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
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
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