At some time or another most of us go though the experience of learning to drive and taking a driving test to get out on the open road. Denis Grant who runs AAA Inishowen School of Motoring in Buncrana is one of a handful of trained driving instructors that have given Buncrana the accolade of being the area with the highest pass rate in Ireland. Denis has twelve years experience as a driving instructor and is now driving a 2007 Peugeot 107. Denis can be contacted on (074) 9362090
How long have you had the car?
I got it new on the 1st of March of this year. Before this car I drove a 206 and before that a Nissan Micra.
Why did you change from Nissan?
I didn’t really like the new shape Micra’s. My lads didn’t think much to the new shape either. I did a survey by asking customers and they said the same too. There are too many curves. Nissans are still a well-made car though and their warranties are a year longer then the Peugeot.
Is the 107 reliable?
Yes. I can’t fault it.
Best thing about the car?
The manoeuvrability is fantastic and is perfect for three point turns. Visibility is very good too. The size is also ideal for a learner driver.
How often do you wash it?
I wash it at least once a week. If it is being used for a test I will clean it then too. The driving examiners like a clean car!
How long is the waiting list for taking the driving test?
It is now down to 17 weeks.
What would you do to help motorists given the chance?
Improve the road surfaces and reduce the petrol prices. I also believe that driving issues and safety should be taught at schools from an early age. I did a talk in a school in Carndonagh and allowed the students to drive the car. They were all very interested and attentive.
What would you really like to be driving around in?
A top of the range Mercedes would be great but I think it would be a bit too large to fit with dual controls and be used as an instructor’s car!
Top Tip?
Drive so your licence will expire before you do!
How long have you had the car?
I got it new on the 1st of March of this year. Before this car I drove a 206 and before that a Nissan Micra.
Why did you change from Nissan?
I didn’t really like the new shape Micra’s. My lads didn’t think much to the new shape either. I did a survey by asking customers and they said the same too. There are too many curves. Nissans are still a well-made car though and their warranties are a year longer then the Peugeot.
Is the 107 reliable?
Yes. I can’t fault it.
Best thing about the car?
The manoeuvrability is fantastic and is perfect for three point turns. Visibility is very good too. The size is also ideal for a learner driver.
How often do you wash it?
I wash it at least once a week. If it is being used for a test I will clean it then too. The driving examiners like a clean car!
How long is the waiting list for taking the driving test?
It is now down to 17 weeks.
What would you do to help motorists given the chance?
Improve the road surfaces and reduce the petrol prices. I also believe that driving issues and safety should be taught at schools from an early age. I did a talk in a school in Carndonagh and allowed the students to drive the car. They were all very interested and attentive.
What would you really like to be driving around in?
A top of the range Mercedes would be great but I think it would be a bit too large to fit with dual controls and be used as an instructor’s car!
Top Tip?
Drive so your licence will expire before you do!
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