Business Details
Expert Driving Lessons in Adelaide
At The Right Gear, we specialise in delivering tailored driving instruction designed to build confidence and safety for learners across Adelaide. With over 20 years of experience, our approach focuses on hazard awareness, correct driving techniques, and comprehensive VORT test preparation. We utilise modern dual-control vehicles equipped with advanced safety features such as Head-up Display, Lane Monitoring, and Blind-spot Detection to create a secure learning environment.Our flexible scheduling accommodates busy lifestyles, catering to beginners, nervous drivers, and those requiring refresher training. Chris Jenkin, our lead instructor, maintains a VORT pass rate more than double the state average, reflecting our commitment to excellence. We serve Adelaide's Eastern and North Eastern suburbs, offering customised lessons that prioritise individual progress and long-term road safety.
Services
Driving Lessons
VORT Test Preparation
1 Hour Driving Lessons
90 Minute Driving Lessons
Ps In A Day
International Conversions
Manual Lessons
Automatic Lessons
Hazard Perception Training
Test Route Preparation
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of driving instruction experience with a proven track record
- Modern Mazda CX30 vehicles with advanced safety features
- Tailored lessons addressing individual learner needs
- Flexible scheduling for busy lifestyles
- Proven VORT test preparation techniques with high pass rates
What people say
98% test score
Confidence building
Modern safety features
Patient instruction
Flexible scheduling
Services
Driving Lessons
Our driving lessons in Adelaide focus on building confidence and safety through tailored instruction. Using modern Mazda CX30 vehicles with advanced safety features, we teach hazard awareness, correct driving techniques, and road rule compliance. Lessons cater to beginners, nervous drivers, and those needing refresher training, ensuring learners develop the skills required to pass the VORT test and drive safely long-term.
VORT Test Preparation
Specialised VORT test preparation includes mastering five mandatory manoeuvres and on-road driving scenarios. With mock tests and detailed feedback, we ensure learners understand assessment criteria, including 100% road rule compliance. Chris Jenkin's expertise and high pass rate provide students with the confidence and skills needed to achieve a 90%+ score required for success.
Ps In A Day
This one-day intensive program prepares eligible learners for immediate VORT testing after completing 75 supervised hours. Structured into three training sessions, it focuses on manoeuvre precision and on-road challenges. The $960 package includes all training and test fees, offering a streamlined path to provisional licence acquisition for time-constrained clients.
International Conversions
We assist overseas drivers converting licences to Australian standards through targeted VORT test preparation. Training covers local road rules, hazard perception, and mandatory manoeuvres. Learners receive checklists and structured practice to meet strict assessment criteria, ensuring compliance with temporary licence requirements and successful test outcomes within the three-month validity period.
1 Hour Driving Lessons
One-hour sessions focus on specific skills like parking, hazard perception, and test route preparation. These lessons provide steady progress for learners wanting regular practice without feeling rushed. Instructors tailor content to individual needs, covering vehicle control, intersection navigation, and observation techniques to build foundational driving competencies required for advanced training.
People
Chris Jenkin
Driving Instructor & Owner
With over 20 years of experience, Chris Jenkin is a leading Adelaide driving instructor known for a VORT pass rate double the state average. He specialises in tailored lessons using modern training methods and advanced safety vehicles to build confident, capable drivers ready for real-world conditions.
Questions
What does VORT test preparation include?
Preparation covers five mandatory manoeuvres, on-road scenarios, and 100% road rule compliance training. Mock tests and examiner-like assessments ensure readiness for Adelaide's traffic conditions.
How many lessons are needed before the VORT test?
Most learners complete 10-20 lessons depending on skill level. Chris Jenkin assesses readiness through progressive evaluations before recommending test attempts.
Can I learn in a manual transmission vehicle?
Yes, we offer both automatic and manual driving lessons using modern dual-control vehicles equipped with advanced safety technology.
Do you offer intensive driving programs?
Our 'Ps in a Day' program provides three intensive training sessions and a VORT test, ideal for learners needing accelerated preparation within a single day.
Are lessons available in eastern Adelaide suburbs?
We provide driving instruction across Adelaide's Eastern and North Eastern suburbs including Norwood, Payneham, Campbelltown, and Magill with flexible pick-up options.
