Automatic Lessons
Automatic Driving Lessons in Tralee, Killarney & Cork
Skip the gears and the clutch — calm, practical automatic lessons from your first time behind the wheel to test day.
- 5000+ passed
test students - Over 90% first-
time pass rate - 15+ years of
experience
Learn to Drive Automatic
Learn to Drive Automatic Across Kerry & Cork
Straightforward, clutch-free lessons that move at a pace you’re comfortable with, built to give you genuine road confidence.
Why Choose Automatic?
Automatic lessons let you focus on the road, your observation and your decision-making without juggling gears or clutch control. That makes them a great fit for nervous learners, anyone who found manual frustrating, drivers returning after years away, and people who only plan to drive an automatic or electric car.
Lessons cover everything the test includes, using clear, jargon-free talk-throughs and demonstrations. Backed by over 12 years of experience, I teach automatic lessons across Kerry and Cork, with flexible times that fit around work, school or college. Choose your town below to get started, or book your first automatic lesson today.
What Your Automatic Lessons Cover:
- Turnabouts, hill starts and reversing around corners
- Observation, road positioning and decision-making
- Full preparation for your automatic driving test
Where I Teach
Automatic Lessons By Town
Pick your town below for local, clutch-free automatic lessons across Kerry and Cork.
Clutch-free automatic lessons with first-hand knowledge of the Tralee test routes. I’ll help you build road confidence one step at a time, at a pace that suits you.
Patient, confidence-building automatic driving lessons throughout Cork city. Learn the roads, develop good habits and get fully prepared for the driving test.
Friendly, structured automatic lessons across Killarney and the surrounding towns. Every lesson is built around your ability and goals.
Choose Your Lesson Type
Driving & Trailer Lessons
Automatic isn’t for everyone. If you’d rather drive a manual, or you need to tow, I offer those too.
Want a full licence with no restrictions? Manual lessons cover clutch control, gears and everything you need for the standard car test.
Need to tow? Trailer lessons cover hitching, unhitching, reversing, parking and full BE test preparation for safe, confident towing.
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Why Learners Recommend Drive with Clive
Read driving lesson reviews from beginners, nervous learners, and first-time passes across Kerry and Cork.
Tiernan Brosnan
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Clive is an excellent driving instructor. He is very patient and professional, which creates a relaxed atmosphere while driving. He has exceptional knowledge of the rules of the road and is always able to give clear and helpful instructions. With Clive’s help, I was able to pass my test first time. I highly recommend Clive as an instructor.
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Shane Finn
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I went to Clive for my driving test for a car and trailer. What an instructor. He is so easy going and a very nice guy. I past my test first time. Clive had me sorted in no time, he figured out my level and focused on my weaknesses after one lesson. I would recommend him as a driver instructor without hesitation. He is absolutely top class at his job.
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Pat Rick
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Really amazing! Clive is really patient yet encouraging. I didn’t want to learn to drive, but had to because of my living situation. I heard some real horror stories of driving instructors shouting and yelling, but with Clive everything was calm and safe. I have just completed my 12 lessons and would highly recommend Clive to everyone!
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Meadhbh Rochford
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Passed my test first time after going through 12 lessons with Clive. The lessons are really informative and each new lesson reflects on the last, helping you to constantly improve. I would highly recommend Clive as he creates a great environment to learn while also having the bit of craic!
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Jack Giltinan
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A perfect learning environment for anyone beginning their driving journey. You know exactly what you are learning in every lesson thanks to the clear and helpful instructions from Clive. The lessons lead you perfectly into the test giving you the best chance you can to pass with expert test route practice and knowledge shown in every lesson
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richard lombard
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I would highly recommend Clive to anyone looking to do their test. I done a trailer test with him and he went through everything in great detail and explained it in a way that’s easy to understand. I can safely say that I wouldn’t have passed it only for him. I will be putting any friends or family looking to do a test his way.
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How It Works
Learn to Drive in 3 Simple Steps
A simple step-by-step approach to booking driving lessons, building confidence, and getting ready for test day.
Step 1:
Contact Clive To Book Lessons
Book the driving lessons that fit your needs, whether you are learning in a manual, automatic, or trailer vehicle. Choose the location and lesson type that work best for you in Kerry or Cork.
Step 2:
Attend Your Driving Lessons
Take lessons at a pace that suits your confidence level and experience. With clear, practical instruction, you can improve your driving skills step by step and feel more comfortable on the road.
Step 3:
Get Ready for Test Day
Use each lesson to prepare for the driving test and strengthen the areas that matter most. With focused practice and guidance, you can build confidence and feel more ready for test day.
FAQ
Questions On Automatic Lessons
Everything you might want to know about automatic lessons, the automatic licence and booking.
Is an automatic licence restricted in Ireland?
Yes. If you take your driving test in an automatic car, your licence will be valid for automatic vehicles only. If you later want to drive a manual car, you’d need to pass a test in a manual. For many learners who only plan to drive automatic or electric cars, that restriction isn’t an issue at all.
Are automatic lessons easier than manual?
For most people, yes — there are no gears or clutch to manage, so you can focus fully on the road. That often makes lessons feel calmer and can help nervous learners progress more comfortably.
How many automatic driving lessons will I need?
It depends on your starting point and how often you practise, but I’ll give you an honest assessment after your first lesson and a clear plan for getting test-ready.
Which areas do you cover?
Do you offer evening or weekend lessons?
Yes — lessons are flexible to fit around work, school and college. Get in touch to find a time that suits you.
Your Next Step
Ready To Book Your Automatic Lessons?
Start learning with calm, practical instruction designed to build confidence and prepare you for the road.
- 5000+ passed
test students - Over 90% first-
time pass rate - 15+ years of
experience
