NGT Driver Training

Professional driver training in Leicester

NGT Driver Training is a driver training centre based in Leicester (United Kingdom) that delivers courses for HGV/LGV truck licences, PCV bus and coach licences, and car or van with trailer licences. The company presents itself as a comprehensive option for those who want to become heavy vehicle drivers, guiding students step by step through the process.

The centre operates from dedicated facilities in Leicester, a location the company describes as central within the UK and suitable for students travelling from other areas. Training is aimed both at those seeking a first professional qualification and at active drivers who need refresher training or to improve their skills.

Courses by licence category

NGT Driver Training's catalogue covers the main professional driving categories:

• Category B+E: driving a car or van with a trailer.
• Category C1: vehicles up to 7,500 kg.
• Category C1+E: vehicles up to 7,500 kg with a trailer up to 750 kg.
• Category C: rigid vehicles over 7,500 kg.
• Category C+E: vehicles over 7,500 kg with a trailer.
• Driver CPC: Certificate of Professional Competence, presented as a standard part of professional driving.
• HGV/LGV remedial training: for drivers who need to reinforce or correct techniques.
• Driving assessments: evaluation of the driver's level.

Training on new units and assistance systems

In addition to test preparation, the centre provides training on new units from brands such as DAF, Mercedes and Iveco. This training includes autonomous braking and lane keep assist systems, with the aim of helping drivers make the most of vehicle capabilities. Specific training with long rear-wheel trailers is also offered.

Instructor profile and experience

The company is led by Nigel Theobold, a qualified PCV and HGV instructor, NVDIR registered and Driver CPC trainer. His driving instruction career began in 1992 as a car instructor with BSM, and since 1996 he has worked with heavy vehicles. In 2001 he took part in the Midlands driver of the year competition, finishing fourth. He has worked as a Category CE driver for a large international company, where he also handled driving assessments, remedial training and internal inductions. In 2014 he qualified as an HGV and PCV instructor, and since then he has trained delegates to test standard and refined his driving skills.

Awards

The centre has received several accolades that the company itself highlights: winner of the Driving Instructor of the Year 2024 award from Business Awards UK, winner in the HGV (LGV) driver training courses category 2025, and selected among the top six drivers in the UK in 2020 by Talent in Logistics. It is also listed as a finalist in the Driver of the Year Championships 2020.

Approach and coverage

NGT Driver Training states that it has trained drivers from all the major areas of the East Midlands and that it has a solid knowledge of the legislation governing heavy vehicle training and driving. The company describes itself as a friendly, reliable and caring service, and offers training for all categories of goods transport vehicles.

Location and contact

Plot 2A Melton Commercial Park, St Bartholomew's Way, Melton Mowbray, Leics, LE14 3JL · Phone: 07914269526 · Email: ngtdrivertraining@gmail.com