Top Driving Instructor in Edgware, NW7 & North London
Our Reviews
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"Driving with David as my instructor was a fantastic experience. I wouldn’t want anyone else to teach me. I found him through an app that provides you with a connection with a driving instructor, and he was the first one I found and could not believe my luck. He instilled a lot of confidence in me and my abilities while always teaching me and pushing me to improve. With all of this with him being a very great and easy guy to work with is the best I could ask for. He also provides all the test routes in video form so that you can learn and be super prepared for your test. These videos helped so much as on the day of my test. I got the exact route and knew where I was going because of the video David taped of that route. Honestly, he is great and does all he can to help you succeed and I’m so grateful." - Jerome A
"David is a brilliant teacher who helped me pass my test first time with only 3 minor faults in just four months. His lessons were always clear and backed up with additional resources including videos of test routes and step by step instructions on each manoeuvre. David is patient and empathetic towards more nervous drivers like me and dedicated to getting you through your test. He was easily the best instructor I’ve had – thank you David!" - Amy N
"I have done about 60 hours with David and due to those 60 hours, I was able to pass my manual driving test on the 7th of April 2022. Each lesson with David was fun and enjoyable all the while I was able to learn the rules of the road quickly and safely. David is kind and very funny and especially professional and with his experienced tips I passed my test first time. I can’t thank David enough for all his help and the lessons!" - Daniel H
"I came to David after leaving a previous instructor. Unfortunately, I had been poorly trained, and David was able to sort out my bad habits immediately. He was able to get me test-ready very quickly and passed first time before my baby arrived. His test route knowledge is second to none and gaining familiarity with all test roads was highly beneficial, something which other instructors cannot do. On top of this, David is a great guy as well. Always puts a smile on your face and has the patience of a saint. I would highly recommend him to anybody at any level." - Rory S
"Delighted to share that I recently passed my Manual driving test at the Hendon test centre, First time too, all thanks to the exceptional guidance provided by David Brown from Top Gear Driving School.
For those seeking an outstanding driving instructor to ensure a first-time pass, David comes highly recommended! His reliability, extensive knowledge, and ability to impart all the essential skills for passing the driving test set him apart. David's profound familiarity with the Hendon/Mill Hill test routes, coupled with effective memorisation techniques, significantly expedites your preparation.
David is the epitome of professionalism, honesty, and has meticulous organisation when tracking your progress.
Driving his manual car is a delight – it's forgiving on clutch control, equipped with hill hold assist, and effortlessly handles even the steepest hills with its auto-release handbrake.
Grateful for David's invaluable help and support throughout the journey!" - Matthew W
GregZ-4
"I decided to change instructor after having an unsatisfactory experience with my first instructor.
I had a very short deadline before my test date so I decided to seek the help of a top notch instructor and came across David.
In only 4 weeks he got me test ready and I passed because of his special approach to instructing.
From the very first lesson, he took time to understand the areas I need to work on ahead of the test date I had scheduled and was able to efficiently teach me everything I needed to learn to pass the test.
I can't thank him enough for the knowledge of driving that came from him. His scientific approach helped me to pass my test in a very short period of time."
LeoE-18
"I started doing lessons with David after I felt that my progress had stagnated with my previous instructor. Unlike him, David wants his students to do their test and pass on the first attempt. My previous instructor was hesitant to take me outside of 20mph zones but David took me on dual carriageways, country lanes and national speed limit roads. He will ensure that you are sufficiently prepared for your test by making you familiar with all the test routes and the general area. Students will also benefit from his wealth of knowledge on what the examiner is looking for and the easy to miss sections of routes that could make the difference between passing and failing. I passed first time under David, despite having a lot of bad habits. He helped me make the necessary corrections with his demanding yet rewarding approach to teaching."
ElenaT-61
"When I decided to take driving lessons I was lucky to find Top Gear Driving Tuition . My instructor was the best one I could find and he helped me to learn driving in short time. I managed to pass from my first attempt with just 2 minors. For everyone looking for a driving instructor you are on the right page as he is the best one you can get. Thank you for making me a driver!"
IsabelB-68
"Very happy with my experience at Top Gear Driving Tuition! Dave's automatic lessons were comprehensive and tailored to my pace of learning. His expertise and patience created a stress-free environment, which boosted my confidence on the road. I'm excited to share that I passed my driving test on the first attempt! Highly recommend!"
MohamedZ-15
"My name is Mohamed Ghandour and I had the pleasure driving with David. David is a friendly and experienced instructor who helped me pass my driving test on my first attempt. Following our first lesson’s assessment, I followed his suggestion on the number of lessons needed to get ready for the exam which was fair and accurate. I have enjoyed his friendly chats and he was always on time for the lessons."
HannahP-430
"It was a pleasure to be taught how to drive by David. David is an excellent instructor whos guidance and patience provided me with skills to become a better and safer driver.
I found David to be very knowledgeable about the rules of the road and driving itself. This meant our driving lessons were always well structured and informative. David tailored his teaching style to suit my needs. He worked well to calm my nerves, build my confidence and unlearn bad habits. He is very attentive and always paid attention to each mistake I made to ensure these were corrected.
He showed me all the test routes in Borehamwood which helped a lot. I can proudly say I passed first time with 0 minors after being taught by David. Would greatly recommend to anyone who genuinely wants to learn how to be a good driver as well being safe on the road."
AmyN-188
"David is a brilliant teacher who helped me pass my test with only three minors in just four months! His lessons were always clear and backed up with additional resources including videos of test routes and step by step instructions on each manoeuvre. David is patient and empathetic towards more nervous drivers like myself and dedicated to getting you through your test. He was easily the best instructor I've had - thank you David!"
RobinS-274
"David is an excellent instructor and a very skilled teacher. He always explains concepts in detail and shows you how to apply them when on the road. Additionally, he uses techniques for manoeuvres and general driving which can help you learn to drive to the best of your ability. David continuously takes his students on key test route roads. It is important to learn these roads as it helps you be prepared for the test. Furthermore, David teaches in a really nice car. It has all the best mod-cons like reversing cameras, air conditioning, heated seats, etc... to keep you calm and collected while driving. Though his car is on the larger side, it is better to learn in a bigger car as this increases your judgement skills and spatial awareness so you won't have an issue driving larger cars in the future. He recognises this as he has taught in smaller cars before and has seen students have problems transitioning to larger cars later on, however now this should not be a worry."
DenisS-54
"Since I have always wanted to learn how to drive a manual having no prior driving experience, I was looking for an instructor that would teach me all the techniques correctly so I could learn it the proper way the first time around.
David's attention to detail throughout the entire course has been phenomenal. His multi-decade experience teaching combined with a wealth of knowledge and outstanding first time pass rate were immediately noticeable in the lessons' delivery. From the complete breakdown of difficult road sections around the testing area to the technical details on how to operate the car properly and good driving habits and manners on the road. All of this thorough preparation inspired confidence and ultimately made the final exam feel like a breeze!
I would certainly recommend David to anyone willing to put in time to learn how to drive a car the proper way and be a good and respectable driver on the road for years to come."
KaeC-1
"David has been an excellent instructor with great attention to detail, I've always felt safe learning to drive inside a car with him. He teaches the fundamentals of driving well, explaining exactly how and why things need to be corrected in a respectful manner. He also teaches you the roads and prepares you for your driving test, which I was able to pass first time at the Hendon test centre."
Mayur P
"I had the privilege of learning to drive with David. He is a great, patient, professional and understanding instructor, who cares about his students’ progress behind the wheel.
He was informative, well-structed and knew all the test routes for the areas David teaches, and additional documents and videos that he created himself, which helped a lot.
David is kind, caring and smart. He always had stories to tell me and made me laugh whilst teaching me to drive safely.
Thanks to David, I passed on my first attempt and can now drive safely on the road. I would highly recommend him."
Denis S
"Brilliant driving instructor, passed first time with ease!
Since I have always wanted to learn how to drive a manual having no prior driving experience, I was looking for an instructor that would teach me all the techniques correctly so I could learn it the proper way the first time around.
David's attention to detail throughout the entire course has been phenomenal. His multi-decade experience teaching combined with a wealth of knowledge and outstanding first time pass rate were immediately noticeable in the lessons' delivery. From the complete breakdown of difficult road sections around the testing area to the technical details on how to operate the car properly and good driving habits and manners on the road. All of this thorough preparation inspired confidence and ultimately made the final exam feel like a breeze!
I would certainly recommend David to anyone willing to put in time to learn how to drive a car the proper way and be a good and respectable driver on the road for years to come.
Passed first time in March 2022"
Elena B
"David is an excellent driving instructor who is methodical & meticulous in his teaching. He showed me all the test routes in the Mill Hill test centre as well as giving me the test route videos which helped me to pass 1st time with Zero faults. I took the recommended 50 hours in order to have passed in a manual car. The car (Audi A3) was excellent & easy to drive."
Yuriel P
"David is a brilliant instructor, can accommodate anyone regardless of their level of driving experience.
He teaches and drills the basics and fundamentals of driving consistently, and has extensive knowledge of the routes that students may be taken through during their exam.
David was incredibly helpful and I’m glad he was the instructor who helped guide me!"