CMA Launches Investigation Into Fast-Booking Driving Schools
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun investigating several national driving-school booking platforms over concerns that customers may be misled by unclear online pricing and hidden fees. The investigation focuses on whether the price displayed at the start is the same price charged at checkout, or whether extra fees are added late in the booking process.
For learner drivers and parents, this is an important moment — not just financially, but for safety and trust within the industry.
Why Hidden Fees Are a Problem for Learners
Many fast-pass driving courses advertise attractive headline prices such as “£1,200 — pass in a week!”
However, the real cost can increase rapidly once:
- Admin or booking fees are added
- Instructor allocation charges appear
- Test-slot priority fees are added
This creates stress, pressure and confusion for learners who expect simplicity and fairness.
Choose Clarity. Choose Safety. Choose PriPlus.
When you can trust the price, you can focus on learning — not worrying about the bill.
Fast-Pass Isn’t Always Fast — Or Safe
Driving is not like learning theory in a classroom. It requires:
- Real-world experience
- Repetition and muscle memory
- Calm decision-making under pressure
The DVSA recommends 40–50 hours of driving practice for most new drivers to become safe on the road. Compressing that into a five-day crash course may help some people pass the test — but it often leads to:
- Struggles with roundabouts, complex junctions and motorways
- Panic and hesitation in bad weather or rush-hour traffic
- Higher collision and insurance-claim rates shortly after passing
A fast pass can create a short-term win, but a long-term safety risk.
At PriPlus, we believe learning to drive is not about speed — it’s about being safe for life.
Why PriPlus Is Different
✔ No hidden fees
The price you see is the price you pay — full stop.
Instructor continuity and personal support
You know who your instructor is from day one — no last-minute handovers.
Progress-based test booking
We recommend taking your test only when you are genuinely ready, not when a timetable demands it.
Driving confidence that lasts
Real roads, real conditions, real-world experience — not just test routes.
Questions to Ask Any Driving School Before You Book
| Question | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Is the advertised price the final price? | Protects you from unexpected charges |
| Will I keep the same instructor? | Builds trust and consistent learning |
| How do you decide when I’m test-ready? | Safety should not be rushed |
| Are extra lesson hours included or charged separately? | Prevents financial surprises |
If they avoid answering clearly, walk away.
Choose Clarity Choose Safety Choose PriPlus
When you can trust the price, you can focus on learning — not worrying about the bill.
Start Learning the Right Way
If you want a driving school that values safety, honesty and long-term confidence:
Book your lessons with PriPlus today
No pressure. No hidden fees. Just safe, confident driving for life.
This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. The CMA investigation referenced remains ongoing and no findings of wrongdoing have yet been made. Always seek professional advice regarding any legal or financial decision.
