WOW DRIVE
MANUAL DRIVING LESSONS
Welcome to our Wow Drive page for all things manual. If having a full driving licence is your goal, you’re in the right place. Please select your area from the list below to see the prices and instructors available in your area.
Bermondsey and inner postcodes
Woking,CAMBERLEY and surrounding Surrey areas
Loughton and Essex/london border
CARS WITH GEARS
LEARNING TO DRIVE IN A MANUAL CAR
Learning to drive a manual car in the UK is a rewarding, though challenging, experience. Mastering the coordination of clutch, gears, and accelerator requires focus and practice. The process begins with understanding the gears: first for starting, second for gaining speed, and higher gears for cruising. Finding the clutch’s biting point, where the car starts to move, is key to smooth starts.Hill starts can be daunting initially, demanding clutch control and handbrake coordination to prevent rolling backwards.Gear changes involve pressing the clutch, shifting gears, and smoothly releasing the clutch while adjusting the accelerator.Stalling is common at first, but with practice, it becomes less frequent.
Learning to drive one of these car fosters a deeper understanding of vehicle mechanics and control. It offers greater flexibility, as a manual licence allows you to drive both geared and automatic cars. However, it typically requires more lessons and practice to master compared to an automatic.
Choosing a patient and experienced instructor is crucial for building confidence and developing good habits. Regular practice outside of lessons also accelerates learning. While challenging, the sense of accomplishment and control gained from mastering a car with a clutch ad gears makes the journey worthwhile. Wow Drive has experts in cars of both types of transmissions ready and waiting to help you pass your test.
ADVANTAGES OF DRIVING A MANUAL CAR
Driving a manual car in the UK, while requiring more skill and practice compared to an automatic, offers a unique set of advantages that appeal to many drivers. Firstly, it provides a greater sense of control and engagement. The active involvement in gear shifting and clutch control demands a deeper connection with the vehicle and the driving experience. This can be particularly satisfying for those who enjoy a more hands-on approach to driving.
Secondly, learning in one of these cars will gain you a licence that offers more flexibility. Unlike an automatic-only licence, it allows you to drive both manual and automatic vehicles, opening up a wider range of car choices in the future. This can be especially valuable in situations where you may need to drive a friend or family member’s manual car or when renting a vehicle abroad, where manual transmissions are often more common.
Thirdly, these more traditional cars are typically more fuel-efficient than automatics, especially in certain driving conditions. Skilled drivers can optimise gear selection for maximum efficiency, potentially leading to cost savings on fuel over time. Additionally manual cars tend to have lower upfront costs and maintenance expenses compared to their automatic counterparts.
Finally, learning to drive a manual car can equip you with valuable skills and experience that can be beneficial in various situations. The ability to handle a manual transmission demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness, which can be advantageous in unexpected circumstances or when driving in different countries.
While the learning curve may be steeper and the driving experience more demanding, the advantages of driving a manual car in the UK are undeniable. For those seeking greater control, flexibility, potential cost savings, and the satisfaction of mastering a complex skill, a manual transmission remains a compelling choice.
Whatever you decide, Wow Drive have the perfect instructor for you just a phone call away
MEET OUR MANUAL INSTRUCTORS
MANUAL TUITION - BERMONDSEY & SURROUNDING AREAS
Hi, I’m Alfie, I have been teaching people to drive for 3 years and I have 13 years of driving experience. I’m a local of the area and I enjoy teaching and meeting new people from all different backgrounds.
My aim is to make sure that you can drive safe and confidently as this is a skill you will use for the rest of your life.
You will find me to be very patient and calm mannered throughout your driving journey to ensure we can control nervous students, and I will always go the extra mile to make sure you pass your driving test!
I take a very thorough approach and ensure that I have a wide knowledge of tackling each individual problem to make you a better driver.
Fun fact about yourself: I have quite a good photographic memory
Favourite crisps: Prawn cocktail Pringles
Top three favourite films of all time: Gladiator/Last Action Hero, Law Abiding Citizen
Favourite band: R&B songs🤣
Favourite country you’ve visited: New Zealand
MANUAL & AUTO TUITION - BERMONDSEY & SURROUNDING AREAS, LOUGHTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS, ELSENHAM AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Hi, my name is Hugo, a driving instructor at Wow Drive. I have over 15 years of driving experience with cars and motorcycles. I’m a confident, friendly, and bubbly person. Who always goes that extra mile to help people. Learning to drive is one of life’s major milestones, with its own unique challenges and rewards.
As each and everyone of us has a unique learning style. It is important that we use a varied approach to teaching driving lessons, in order to tackle these challenges and enhance the learning that takes place.
I will help you to discover and reach your full potential, in a relaxed environment at a pace that suits you, as well as providing you with the key skills and knowledge, to not only pass the driving test but to become a safe driver for life!
Fun fact about yourself: Love to travel.
Favourite crisps: Any salt and vinegar crisps.
Top three favourite films of all time:Law Abiding Citizen, Marvel films.
Favourite band: The Weeknd
Favourite country you’ve visited: St Thomas
MANUAL TUITION - BEXLEYHEATH & SURROUNDING AREAS
Hi my name is Sally. I have been driving for over 25 years without incident. I have professional teaching experience and use this knowledge to adapt my teaching style to suit the learners’ varying needs. I enjoy working with a diverse range of people and consider myself to deliver proactive and progressive lessons whilst putting you at ease on your exciting learning journey.
Fun fact about yourself: I’m a Millwall Season Ticket Holder
Favourite crisps: Walker’s salt n vinegar
Top three favourite films of all time: Deadpool, Iron Man, X Men
Favourite band: Oasis
Favourite country you’ve visited: Spain
MANUAL TUITION - LOUGHTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS / BERMONDSEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS
MANUAL TUITION - WOKING, CAMBERLEY & SURROUNDING AREAS
Hi! I’m Catia but please feel free to call me Cat. I am an experienced driver of 20+ years with an excellent track record of road safety. I originally became a driving instructor as i am passionate about helping other reach their full potential, particularly in real life practical skills. You will find me patient and friendly and i look forward to helping you become a safe driver for your entire life
Fun fact about yourself: I love outdoor adventures, in particular those involving heights
Favourite crisps: McCoys Salt and Vinegar
Top two favourite films: Pretty Woman and Dirty Dancing
Favourite band/singer: 80s music in general
Favourite country you’ve visited: Italy