Why Choose Automatic?
Learning to drive shouldn't feel overwhelming. Without gears to manage, you can focus on developing road awareness and building confidence naturally. Many of my students find automatic driving reduces their anxiety and accelerates their learning.
Your Journey Starts Here
Hi, I'm Steve. For over two decades, I've helped nervous drivers in Chester find their confidence behind the wheel. Using proven anxiety management techniques and a patient teaching style, I'll create a calm, supportive space where you can learn at your own pace
20+ years helping nervous drivers in Chester.
Specialist in anxiety management techniques.
Patient, supportive learning at your own pace.
Area covered:
Chester CH1, CH2, CH3 & CH4
Why Learn With Me?
After helping many learners overcome their driving anxiety and become confident drivers, I've developed an approach that combines professional expertise with a genuine understanding of what you're going through.
Overcome Anxiety, Find Confidence.
Your journey to driving confidence starts with understanding that anxiety is a common challenge, not a barrier. My approach focuses on building your confidence gradually, ensuring you feel in control at every stage of your learning journey.
Patient, Professional, Personalised.
I pride myself on creating a calm, professional learning environment. Every lesson is tailored to your specific needs and learning style. My teaching methods are structured yet flexible, allowing you to progress at a pace that feels comfortable and achievable for you.
Comfortable, Learning Environment.
Learning in my modern, fully electric car offers a uniquely calm experience. The smooth, quiet operation helps reduce anxiety, while simple controls make driving less overwhelming. Plus, choosing electric means you're learning in an environmentally conscious way.
Chester
Learn in Chester's diverse road conditions - from quiet residential streets to it's bustling city centre. My extensive knowledge of the local area means you'll gain experience across a wide variety of road layouts, junctions, and traffic situations. Chester's mix of modern and historic roads provides the perfect environment to develop your driving skills and build lasting confidence.
I cover Chester postcodes CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4, including Hoole, Upton, Handbridge, Queens Park, Saughall, Newton, Blacon, Garden Quarter, Westminster Park, Hough Green, Curzon Park, Saltney, Lache, Huntington, Christleton and many surrounding villages.
How it Works
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Sign Up
Secure your spot by joining my exclusive waiting list, it's limited to a maximum of 10 people only, and I'll prioritise your booking when slots open up.
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Stay Connected
While you wait, I'll keep you up-to-date with expert driving tips, test preparation guides, and exclusive learning materials delivered straight to your inbox.
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Get Started
Start driving automatic with confidence. My structured approach ensures you master all essential skills, from basic controls to advanced manoeuvres.
Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Here, you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most.
Can I really learn in an automatic car?
Yes you can, and lots of people do. Whether you are starting from the beginning or switching from learning in a manual car, you can learn to drive and pass your driving test in an automatic car.
What do I need to do first?
Simple. If you don't already have one you'll just need to get yourself a provisional driving licence from The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). This costs £34 when you order online: https://www.gov.uk/apply-first-provisional-driving-licence
Do have I to pass the theory test first?
No, you can get started with driving lessons right away with your provisional driving licence. You don't have to pass a driving theory test first. I can help you to prepare for the theory and hazard perception test if you need help with that.
What car will I be learning in?
Your tuition vehicle will be the automatic, fully electric Hyundai Kona. It's safe, comfortable, smooth, quiet inside, easy to drive and better for the environment.
What areas do you cover?
I cover most Chester postcodes from CH1 to CH4. I also cover Ellesmere Port postcodes CH65 and CH66. I exclusively cover Chester Driving Test Centre for driving tests in this area.
Where do lessons start and finish?
You'll normally start your lessons from your home address. If you need to start and finish lessons from work, school, university or college, as long as it's in an area I cover, that's fine.
How long are lessons?
I offer and recommend a minimum lesson duration of 90 minutes. I also offer 2 hour lessons as well as half-day (3 hour) and full-day (6 hour) courses.
What are your prices?
Weekday lessons of 90 minutes: £75 each. Block of 4 x 90 minute weekday lessons: £285. Weekend lessons of 2 hours £150. Block of 4 x 2 hour weekend lessons £500.
Picture Yourself Driving Confidently
Imagine the freedom of driving wherever you want, whenever you want - without anxiety holding you back. That journey starts here.
Join my waiting list today - it's limited to a maximum of 10 people only.
Plus, as a bonus, get exclusive access to local driving tips and the exact strategies my successful students use to overcome driving anxiety and become confident drivers - delivered straight to your inbox.
Your future as a confident driver begins with one simple step. Join today.
P.S. The waiting list is first-come, first-served, and gives you priority access to driving lesson slots as soon as they're available.
I passed my first attempt driving test. Steve is really kind, patient and professional. Steve's feedback at the end of each lesson helped significantly with improving my driving skills. It was a pleasure to learn from Steve.
Asmaa Nabul El Leithy
Steve is a brilliant driving instructor. I came to him after struggling with driving and he has really helped me to enjoy it and develop my confidence. His explanations are very clear and logical and he has great attention to detail. Always on time and never let me down, went above and beyond in terms of feedback at the end of each lesson too. Highly recommend - thank you Steve!
Sian Abbot
Passed first time with Steve, everything was explained clearly and simply, and always felt I was making progress with every lesson, every lesson a pleasure and stress free. Would highly recommend Steve to anybody.
Jack Pickles
I cannot rate Steve highly enough! Having struggled with driving many years ago I gave up thinking that I would never gain my license. Steve is calm mannered and a joy to learn from, his lessons were well thought out and his teaching method easy to follow. Always punctual and never cancelled on me, professional throughout my time with him. Thanks again Steve for helping me get my license, learning with you truly was a pleasure.
Adam Coverley