Adam Bolton Driving Instructor.

30/09/2026

A truly special day and a massive congratulations to Hayden Gearey on smashing his driving test first time this afternoon! 🚗💨

I’ve known Hayden since the very day he was born, so seeing him get behind the wheel, put in the graft, and pass with flying colours makes this one extra special.

Talk about an unforgettable week, from picking up a brand-new to him a BMW and tearing up the L-plates all in the space of a few days. That is how you get it done!

Hayden stayed cool under pressure and delivered a brilliant drive to get that first-time result. Now the keys are yours, the open road is calling, and that BMW is ready to roll.

Enjoy every single mile of freedom, Hayden—you’ve truly earned it. Drive safe, look after the new wheels, and I'll see you out on the road! 👏🎉

08/09/2026

Huge congratulations to the one and only Stanislaw Pilch our very own Stash for smashing his driving test today in Clacton on the very first try with us.

​Passing is an incredible milestone on its own, but pulling it off with just a single driving fault is nothing short of a masterclass. As the resident talent at Coastal Car and Leisure, Stash went from keeping motors in top shape in the garage to taking the examiner out for a proper spin in the very car he maintains.

​To top it all off, the examiner couldn't stop praising how wonderfully smooth and pleasant the entire drive was. That’s not just passing a test; that’s delivering a first-class ride backed by true mechanical pride.

​Huge respect, Stash representing Coastal Car and Leisure in the best possible way. All the graft and cool-headed focus paid off in style. Enjoy every mile of the well deserved freedom; the open road is officially yours!

07/09/2026

Huge congratulations to Yasmin Allwright on smashing her driving test first time in Clacton this morning! 🚗💨

​Talk about high stakes and pure drama—nerves of steel, the Clacton roads throwing everything they could at her, and Yasmin handling it all like an absolute pro. When the examiner finally delivered the magic words, the relief and excitement were off the charts.

​Best of all? No more sweet-talking your sister into “borrowing” your mum and dad’s car to tear hot laps around the back garden. The days of grassroots lawn rallying are officially over—you’re legally allowed on actual tarmac now!

​We all know DVSA test slots are rarer than gold dust, but honestly, booking the test was a walk in the park compared to the monumental battle of getting Yasmin to pose with her pass certificate. Negotiating that photo took more tactical precision than a parallel park on a steep hill, but we finally got the evidence.

​Yasmin, watching you grow into such a confident, calm, and capable driver has been brilliant. You’ve worked so hard for this moment, and that hard-earned freedom is 100% yours.

​We are so, so proud of you. Stay safe, enjoy every single mile of your new independence, and go tear up those L plates! 🎉🥂

02/09/2026

Massive congratulations to Rebecca Goodacre on passing her driving test today in Clacton! 🚗💨🎉

​Watching someone put genuine dedication, focus, and sheer hard work into mastering the road makes test day extra special—and Rebecca absolutely smashed it with an incredible, well-deserved drive. Every bit of effort you invested paid off in the best possible way.

​The timing couldn’t be more epic. With a brand-new arrival joining the crew at the beginning of the new year, you couldn't have timed this milestone better.
Say goodbye to relying on anyone else
you’re officially on the road, fully independent, and ready for every nursery run, family day out, and spontaneous adventure ahead.

​It has been an absolute pleasure teaching you, Rebecca. Enjoy that well earned pink licence, celebrate this huge win, and all the very best for the incredible journey awaiting you in the new year!

Safe driving always! 🌟👶🍼✨

24/08/2026

Now the dust has finally settled after our massive driving event on Friday, it’s straight back to the day job getting people passed and out on the open road!

​And that’s exactly what happened this morning in sunny Clacton. A huge congratulations to Tianna Southee on passing her driving test FIRST TIME! 🚗☀️

​Seeing the hard work pay off is always brilliant, but watching your mum and sister celebrating outside the test centre makes the job completely worthwhile. Moments like that are what teaching is all about.

​Tianna drove brilliantly to earn that full licence. Wishing you so much fun and freedom on the road enjoy every single mile and stay safe out there! 🎉

20/08/2026

🚗💨 TALK TO ME, GOOSE! 💨🚗

​A HUGE round of applause for Betsie Barlow! Today was the day, and she didn’t just pass... she passed HER DRIVING TEST FIRST TIME IN CLACTON! 🥳🎉

​Betsie Barlow, your dedication and hard work have really paid off today. The examiner had some absolutely amazing comments about your driving, and we couldn't be prouder! 🤩

​Though I have to admit... I'm really going to miss us singing We're Going on a Bear Hunt on our lessons! 🐻🎶 We can't go over it, we can't go under it, oh no... we had to drive through it! I would share the video but that would be a bit embarrassing lol.

​ like they say in Top Gun... "You're welcome back to come and work for us at AB Drive Anchor at any time." The door is ALWAYS open for you!

​Let's hear it for her in the comments! 👇 Go on, make the crowd go mad and make that smile even bigger! 🤩🥳

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17/08/2026

🚗 It’s officially a family affair! 🚗

​Our Young Driver Experience at Clacton Shopping Village on August 21st is getting even bigger! We’ve added some incredible new features, meaning there is truly something for the whole family—not just the 15-17-year-olds eager to get behind the wheel!
​Here is what else we have lined up for the day:
🚓 Emergency Services Meet & Greet: Local crews will be on-site chatting all things road safety. Perfect for all ages!

🚲 Learn to Ride a Push Bike: Fantastic, hands-on sessions for anyone looking to ditch the stabilizers or learn from scratch.

👶 Baby Car Seat Do’s & Don’ts: Essential safety checks, tips, and advice—an absolute must-see for all parents!

​Whether you are bringing teenagers, toddlers, or just yourself, come on down for a fantastic day of road safety and fun.

​📍 Where: Clacton Shopping Village
📅 When: August 21st

​Tag a friend or family member who needs to come along! 👇

13/08/2026

STOP THE PRESS! 🚨

​While everyone else has their minds on the Clacton by-election today, Rakaiah Barlow-lucas had something MUCH more important to focus on... 🗳️🚗

​And she absolutely SMASHED her driving test! 🎉
​Not only did she pass, but she delivered a perfect run with a completely CLEAN SHEET — ZERO minors! 🥇 It was such a flawless performance that even the examiner made a point to tell us what an "amazing drive" it was this morning.

​Massive congratulations, Rakaiah! It’s been fantastic helping you reach this milestone, and everyone at AB-Drive Anchor is incredibly proud of the hard work you put in. Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe out there on the roads! 🚘💨

​Ready to smash your own driving goals? Send us a message today to get your driving journey started! 🚦
​📍 Clacton-on-Sea

12/08/2026

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13/04/2026

Watch out, Clacton! Simon Liu is officially licensed to drive! ⚠️ 🚘

​Passing first time is a massive achievement
clearly, the tester knew they were in the presence of a natural driver today.
No more "Taxi Mom/Dad" calls for you!

So proud of you, Simon! 👏 driving-test-legend status: ACHIEVED. ✅