Andy Lloyd

I am Andy Lloyd, an Innovative Driving Education Academy trainer and owner of Lloyds Driver Training. I am also an IMTD member, an ADINJC committee member and Chairman of the Southern Driving Instructor Association.

My professional background spans the British Army, HGV training, powerboat instruction and professional-level scuba diving. Across all these disciplines, I have focused on coaching individuals through complex, safety-critical skills while building confidence and deep understanding. I bring this same philosophy into driver education. We do not just teach people to pass a test; we guide them to become capable, independent and responsible drivers.

I strongly believe the industry must evolve, recognising that we are not simply instructors, but teachers and coaches. As an experienced trainer, I am passionate about reshaping driver education. In today's world, we should coach and educate learners to become confident, thoughtful and responsible road users, not just train them to pass a test. This shift in mindset is essential to raising standards across the industry.