Colin is a friendly, reassuring and motivating driving instructor. He helped me figure out my learning style and adapted this to my lessons. He is very knowledgeable about cars and in general. I have been taught to be a safe and confident driver, enabling me to pass first time. I enjoyed my lessons very much and would highly recommend Colin. I'm certainly going to miss driving the Tesla!
Instructor profile
Colin Martin
Portsmouth
Manual + automatic
60 minute lessons
Transmission
Manual + automatic
Learner rating
5.0 / 5
Experience
Experienced instructor
Lesson length
60 mins
About Colin Martin
Colin Martin is a friendly, reassuring driving instructor based in Portsmouth. He's been teaching automatic driving since 2006 and started The Bright Red L driving school back in 2002. Colin specialises in electric vehicle training, having focused on EVs since 2019, and his students really appreciate the quiet, relaxed learning environment his MG4 EV provides.
His students describe him as patient, understanding, and very supportive, especially for nervous learners. Colin helps build confidence and adapts to different learning styles, making lessons stress-free. He's a member of both the local SDIA and national ADINJC professional associations, so he stays up to date with industry developments. Whether you're a complete beginner, switching from manual, or need refresher lessons, Colin's approach makes learning to drive an enjoyable experience.
Driving lesson details for Colin Martin
Vehicle
MG MG4 EV
Availability
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Languages
English
Areas covered
Nervous learners
Refreshers
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Reviews
Colin Martin reviews
15 learner reviews
5.0/5
Katie Dawson I passed first time thanks to Colin. He is a great teacher, he makes you feel very at ease as soon as you get in the car with him. He was always very encouraging with my driving and made me feel confident on the roads. I would highly recommend Colin to anyone who wants yo learn to drive.
I passed first time thanks to Colin. He is a great teacher, he makes you feel very at ease as soon as you get in the car with him. He was always very encouraging with my driving and made me feel confident on the roads. I would highly recommend Colin to anyone who wants yo learn to drive.
Dan Eth What a great driving instructor. He got me to above test standard.(Passed 1st time). Colin is great, a great teacher and really easy to go along with. I'll miss not having weekly lessons. I can't thank him enough. Highly recommend!
What a great driving instructor. He got me to above test standard.(Passed 1st time). Colin is great, a great teacher and really easy to go along with. I'll miss not having weekly lessons. I can't thank him enough. Highly recommend!
Liz Yaxley Colin has been the most patient and brilliant driving instructor, it's been a joy learning with him.. highly recommended.. plus you get to learn in a Tesla! Thanks again colin.