Cambridgeshire

Overview

Nick is a highly experienced advanced driving instructor and performance coach with a broad career spanning manufacturer training, motorsport instruction, fleet driver development and specialist vehicle dynamics coaching.

A Driving Consultant for Porsche since 2008 and an ARDS Grade A instructor, Nick combines deep technical knowledge of chassis dynamics and vehicle handling with proven instructional ability across track, road and off-road environments.

Nick’s experience extends well beyond conventional driver training. He has worked as a lead trainer for major manufacturers including Porsche, Ford and Lexus, delivered ABS and ESP demonstrations to corporate clients and even served as a featured instructor on Wheeler Dealers.

Professional Overview

Nick is a results-oriented, client-focused instructor specialising in:

• Advanced on-road and on-track driver training
• Manufacturer and brand-specific driving programmes
• Fleet driver assessment and development
• 4x4 and off-road instruction
• Vehicle dynamics, skid car and wet grip training
• Corporate driving events and presentations

Experience

Driving Consultant for Porsche since 2008, delivering track, road and corporate driving experiences

• Lead trainer for Ford Iquentis engineer road and proving ground training
• Lead trainer for Michelin winter tyre demonstrations
• Skid car and wet grip instructor at Drive It All, Rockingham and Prodrive
• BORDA 4x4 instructor at Drive It All, Rockingham and Prodrive
• Featured instructor on Wheeler Dealers, Porsche Cayman episode
• Camera car driver for the Porsche 919 Le Mans car in London
• Goodwood Hillclimb demonstrations for Porsche
• Chauffeur, defensive and anti-hijack training for Interbrew
• Pro driver for Jardine Aston Martin
• ABS and ESP demonstrations to major corporate clients
• Instructed for Nissan 350Z, Skylines, Lotus Elise, Ariel Atom, Morgan and TIPEC owners’ clubs at Millbrook

Instructor & Assessor Credentials

Nick holds an extensive portfolio of advanced and specialist credentials:

• ARDS Grade A Instructor (2008-2023)
• DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) – Grade A
• DSA Fleet Instructor
• IAM Advanced Driver
• DIA Diamond Advanced Test
• Cardington Special ‘A’ Test
• City & Guilds 7302 (Teaching Qualification)
• BORDA 4x4 Instructor
• Engineering training in chassis dynamics and limit handling (Millbrook)
• Bruntingthorpe, Millbrook and IDIADA approved
• Nürburgring experience
• HGV Class 1 (held until 2010)

Training Philosophy

Nick’s approach to driver development is built on deep technical understanding and a wealth of real-world experience across multiple disciplines. He believes effective driver training is achieved through:

• A thorough understanding of vehicle dynamics applied to practical, real-world coaching
• Tailoring instruction to each client’s experience level and objectives
• Clear, engaging communication whether in the classroom, on track or on road
• Building driver confidence through progressive skill development
• Creating a professional, safe and enjoyable learning environment

Core Skills

• On-track and on-road performance driver coaching
• Vehicle dynamics, skid control and limit handling instruction
• Manufacturer product training and brand representation
• Event management and corporate presentations
• 4x4 and off-road instruction
• Fleet driver assessment and development