If you drive for a living — HGV/van, bus/coach, taxi/chauffeur, or delivery — you've already built the foundation for a strong career as an ADI (Approved Driving Instructor). At My Four Wheels, we see professional drivers make the switch every year. The common thread? They're calm under pressure, they read the road brilliantly, and they know how to work with the public — which matters just as much as driving skill.
This guide covers:
Most learners don't need someone to show off perfect driving — they need a clear, steady coach who can build confidence and good habits.
Professional drivers typically arrive with strengths that are hard to teach:
You've spent years scanning ahead, predicting risk, and reading traffic flow.
Traffic, weather, roadworks, aggressive drivers — you've handled it. That calm is exactly what learners need.
If you've driven commercially, you understand standards, safety and accountability.
Taxi, bus and delivery roles build patience, communication and professionalism. Driving instruction is a people job.
Strengths you likely bring:
Mindset shift: learners need things broken down into simple steps. What feels automatic to you needs explaining clearly.
Strengths you likely bring:
Mindset shift: lessons are more detailed than route driving. It's micro-skills, not miles.
Strengths you likely bring:
Mindset shift: learners don't just need directions — they need understanding and decision-making skills.
Strengths you likely bring:
Mindset shift: learners need confidence first. You'll coach them to slow down mentally and think ahead.
This is where professional drivers level up fast — once the penny drops.
As a pro driver, you drive safely because your habits are ingrained. As an instructor, you must:
That's why instructor training isn't “learn to drive” — it's learn to teach driving.
Most people refer to the ADI route as Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3:
Many trainees also consider a trainee licence after Part 2, which helps you gain real in-car teaching experience while you work towards Part 3.
(Your training provider will guide you through the most suitable route and timeline.)
This is where we tailor the pathway to you — because professional drivers don't all start from the same place.
You'll learn how to teach step-by-step, including:
If you're used to practical learning, you'll like this: clear modules, focused training, and consistent coaching — so you're never guessing what to do next.
We're big on doing it properly: professional instructors, modern teaching methods, and support that helps you become a confident instructor — not just pass an exam.
My Four Wheels operates nationwide, with a large instructor network and a strong reputation — which matters when you're building momentum in your new career.
Yes — and many do. The key is learning the coaching side: breaking skills down and teaching safely.
It's a strong starting point — especially for hazard awareness and calmness — but becoming a great instructor still requires learning how to teach.
Usually slowing down and explaining the basics. You've done it so long you don't notice the steps — training helps you make those steps clear.
It varies by experience, time available, and how intensively you train — most people plan months rather than weeks.
If you're a bus, HGV, taxi or delivery driver thinking, “I want something with more flexibility and real impact” — becoming a driving instructor could be your perfect next step.
At My Four Wheels, we'll help you move from experienced driver to confident coach, with a structured pathway and support built around real-world teaching.
Find out more about becoming a My Four Wheels ADI, and the fantastic benefits that come with it.
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