Why Driving Instructors Need to Tune in to This Green Room Episode

The latest Green Room edition of The Instructor Podcast is one you don’t want to miss. Terry Cook and Chris Bensted dive into some of the biggest talking points currently buzzing around the driving instructor world – and trust me, there’s a lot to chew over in this episode.

🎙️ What’s Inside?

The conversation kicks off with a look at some major industry news. The sale of Total Drive for a whopping £7.5 million caught a lot of people’s attention, and Terry and Chris don't hold back in breaking down what that means for the industry. They also touch on their recent experience at the ADI Convention, discussing the value of these events and whether they really benefit instructors.

Another hot topic tackled in the episode is the DVSA’s controversial change to driving test cancellations — extending the rescheduling period from three to ten working days. Terry and Chris question whether this will really help reduce waiting lists or if it will create more chaos for instructors and learners alike.

🚨 Important Conversations You Need to Hear

One of the standout moments in this episode is a powerful discussion about safeguarding and the ongoing campaign to include driving instructors in the "Position of Trust" legislation. Terry and Chris dive deep into why this is crucial for the industry, learners, and instructors themselves. It’s an honest, thoughtful chat that every instructor should listen to.

They also take a moment to challenge the casual, unprofessional attitude some instructors display online towards their students – particularly around the toxic phrase “bin them.” If you care about raising standards and improving how instructors are seen by the public, this section will resonate.

🔥 Why You Should Listen

This isn't just another podcast episode – it's a chance to reflect on where the industry is heading, what instructors can do to protect themselves and their learners, and how we can all be better at what we do.

You'll come away from this episode informed, entertained, and possibly a little fired up.

👉 Ready to have your say?
Listen now and join the conversation. Let's keep raising those minimum standards together.