Driving Team

A multi-location operation built for volume and speed

Driving Team is a substantially larger operation than the single-instructor model, with 8 instructors across 7 locations in and around Zurich, and additional branches in Lachen (Schwyz), Pfäffikon (Zug), St. Gallen, Dietikon, and regional Aargau coverage. The primary base is Zurich-Altstetten, directly by the train station, which is intentional: accessibility from anywhere in the city matters when students need consistency.

The scale and reach make Driving Team well-suited to arriving professionals with tight timelines. They operate a high-volume model, claiming 11,500 lessons per year across the team. That throughput translates to available slots, flexible scheduling, and the kind of operational polish that comes from handling hundreds of students annually.

For relocators needing a Swiss driving license quickly, either through conversion of an existing license or full testing, Driving Team emphasizes their pass rate: 85 percent of students pass the practical test on the first attempt. That claim is grounded-in measurable results, not aspirational marketing.

Pricing and lesson structure

The first lesson is discounted at CHF 65, introductory rate. Subsequent lessons are CHF 95 per 45-minute session. This is competitive with solo instructors but the value proposition is different: you pay for scheduling convenience and instructor variety if preferred, not one-person continuity.

The site does not explicitly mention package discounts, though the pricing structure invites bundling. The cost per lesson, averaged across entry and ongoing rates, sits in the middle of the Swiss driving-school market.

Service breadth

Driving Team holds authorization across all major license categories: Category B (passenger cars), A (motorcycles in three sub-tiers), C (trucks), D (buses), BE (trailers), and BPT (taxi professional). This is uncommon; most schools specialize in auto or motorcycle, not both. The breadth signals a multi-use facility.

The site lists "Kontrollfahrt" (control drives), a Swiss procedure where the cantonal authority requests a refresher evaluation, often after medical events, accidents, or for older drivers. This is a specific Swiss-market need and Driving Team flags it explicitly.

Beyond practical instruction, the site catalogs theoretical courses, Nothelferkurse (first-aid training, mandatory for some license categories), VKU courses (vehicle-use awareness seminars, required for certain candidates), WAB courses (advanced driver training), and several professional continuing-education options for instructors and motorcyclists.

The instructor pool and teaching model

With 8 instructors on staff, Driving Team does not promise one-instructor continuity the way solo schools do. This has trade-offs: a student works with multiple teachers, each bringing different perspectives, and if a preferred instructor is overbooked, another is available. The downside is that continuity in feedback and pacing depends on note-taking and handoff quality, not personal memory.

The site emphasizes their teaching quality through testimonials. One review notes "structured lessons" and detailed progress tracking via an app. Another describes an instructor, Pascal, as patient, willing to explain the "why" behind corrections, and thoughtful about the student's confidence level. The tone across reviews is professional and reassuring.

One instructor is named Skender, another Kenny, another Samir. The reviews single them out by name, suggesting a culture where students can request specific instructors, though the site does not confirm request policies.

Intensive courses and fast-track options

The site mentions "intensive driving courses" where students can "be passed in few days", a model attractive to relocators on compressed timelines. The site does not publish a schedule or pricing for this track; it is clearly negotiated case-by-case based on the student's starting point and the gaps in their driving license category.

A testimonial from "Marc D" references "an intensive course" taken through Driving Team, passed on the first test "without fault". This is evidence the fast-track exists and produces results, though the time commitment and cost of that path remain unpublished on the public site.

Geographic accessibility

The main location in Zurich-Altstetten is positioned directly at the train station, a deliberate choice for accessibility. The prüfungsgebiet (testing area) covers multiple districts within the city: Albisgütli as the examination grounds, and common driving routes through Altstetten, Wiedikon, Albisrieden, Höngg, Schlieren, Dietikon, Wettswil, and Thalwil. This spread covers suburbs where many relocators settle: Schlieren, Dietikon, and Wettswil are all attractive residential areas with shorter commutes to central Zurich.

The secondary location in Lachen (Schwyz) serves the eastern arc of the greater Zurich area and mountain-adjacent communities, while Pfäffikon and St. Gallen extend coverage further.

Language and accessibility

The website offers German and English. The testimonials in German suggest the majority of instruction is conducted in German, though the English interface hints at accommodation for non-German speakers. Explicit language capability on individual instructors is not published; this would need direct confirmation before booking.

What remains unspecified

The site does not detail whether instructors can accommodate non-German speakers at all, or whether specific instructors are designated for English-language instruction. This is critical for relocators from outside the German-speaking world.

Intensive course pricing is nowhere published. The cost and time commitment for a compressed curriculum are negotiated directly.

The application process for intense courses is opaque. A prospective student needs to contact the school directly to explore whether that option fits their timeline and budget.

Policies around switching instructors, if multiple instructors are involved in one student's journey, are not stated.

Who this suits

Driving Team is strongest for relocators in the Zurich area with clear timelines and willingness to accelerate through an intensive model. The high first-attempt pass rate (85 percent) and reputation for structured teaching appeal to professionals who want thoroughness without the months-long process. The 8-instructor model means available slots and flexibility, useful for people balancing relocation logistics with learning a new license track.

The multi-category authorization is a plus for anyone needing more than a car license: motorcycle enthusiasts, small-business operators with delivery vehicles, or taxi-licensed professionals.

It is less suitable for someone prioritizing one-instructor continuity, deep personal attention, or specialized programs around driving anxiety or neurodivergent learning (ADHD training is not mentioned). It is also less ideal for non-German speakers without confirmed English-language instruction capacity.

The arrival advantage

For an English-speaking professional arriving in Zurich on a 2 to 4-week temporary relocation assignment, needing to fast-track a Swiss license and get back to work, Driving Team's intensive pathway and high pass rate offer a measurable shortcut. The Altstetten location is transit-accessible from anywhere in the city, and the team's operational scale means available slots and predictable scheduling.