The driving instructor community came together in record numbers on Sunday for the ADINJC & Intelligent Instructor National Conference & Expo 2025.

With an attendance of 1,785 delegates, the ADINJC & Intelligent Instructor Nation Conference & Expo proved yet again to be the industry’s biggest event to date.

This is it

Reflecting the event’s growing popularity, Cranmore Park proved to be the ideal venue, with two exhibition halls packed with more than 60 leading suppliers.

From franchises and resource providers to training specialists and technology innovators, delegates explored a wide range of products and services designed to boost business and enhance driver training.

Among the highlights was Gold Sponsor Pass N Go Driving School’s crowd-pulling driving simulator competition, where cash prizes were up for grabs.

Silver Sponsor Hughes Driver Training attracted plenty of interest as they set out to recruit instructors for their new MoD contract, which comes into operation in the new year.

The PDI Zone also drew attention with prominent stands from AA Driving School and Bill Plant Driving School, both of which featured cars on display.

 

Zoning in

However, it was the seminar programme that proved to be the biggest attraction, with four dedicated zones – the Live Stage, Training Zone, Innovation Zone, and PDI Zone – hosting over 40 expert speakers.

Topics ranged from business growth and coaching to artificial intelligence, road safety, and updates from the DVSA.

Many sessions were standing-room only due to their popularity among delegates.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, considering the issues faced with driving test booking and record waiting times, DVSA Chief Executive Loveday Ryder’s closing address drew a capacity audience.

Attendees praised all of the wide-ranging sessions for their relevance and the chance to interact directly with regulators, trainers, and peers.

New for 2025 was a Health & Wellbeing Area, which proved a major hit.

With greater First Aid knowledge being introduced into the driver training and testing syllabus in the UK, St John Ambulance’s CPR demonstrations also proved a popular subject.

Meanwhile, the ADINJC offered hand massages to help instructors de-stress.

A charity cyclathon challenge in support of Speed of Sight added further energy, raising funds while engaging delegates in a hands-on activity.

Everyone who anyone

Networking was a central focus of the day, with attendees describing the atmosphere as energetic, positive, and collaborative.

Exhibitors reported strong engagement and a wealth of enquiries, while many instructors left with new contacts, practical ideas, and renewed enthusiasm for their work.

Richard Storrs, Managing Director of Intelligent Instructor, reflected on the event’s success:

“This year’s record-breaking attendance shows just how important this event has become for the instructor community. We’re proud to provide a space where ADIs and PDIs can learn, connect, and celebrate their profession. A huge thank you goes to our co-organisers, the ADINJC, our speakers, Gold sponsors Pass N Go Driving School, and Silver sponsors Hughes Driver Training, all the exhibitors and, of course, the delegates who made the day such a success. It’s great to see the whole industry come together to celebrate everything that is wonderful about our sector.”

Ready to go

Looking ahead, the organisers are already planning for another packed calendar in 2026.

Events include the Driving Instructor Gala Dinner and Intelligent Instructor Awards on 21 March, followed by the Driving Instructor Convention on 22 March, both at Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes.

The flagship National Conference & Expo will return to Cranmore Park on 27 September.

With record numbers and overwhelmingly positive feedback, the 2025 event has set a new benchmark for the driver training industry.

Next year’s events are expected to build on the success of 2025, leaving the industry looking forward to the must-attend events of the year.