Our team is expanding! Welcome our new instructor, Khizar Ali!

At Chris Elwick Driver Training, we pride ourselves on offering the best service to our customers, that means we diligently select those in our team, the best instructors deliver the best results!

We are delighted to announce that we have a new team member, Khizar Ali, you can find out more about him below, he will be our weekend guru, offering driving lessons from Friday to Sunday in the Sunderland area.

A few words from our newest team member...

"From flying planes to navigating busy roads, I’ve always been drawn to things that move - fast, smooth, and with purpose. My journey began in healthcare, working on 999 ambulances and in emergency care, where staying calm under pressure, thinking quickly, and making safe decisions were just part of a normal day. These are exactly the kind of skills I now bring to the driver’s seat as your instructor (minus the sirens, thankfully).

Born and raised in the North East, I’m passionate about helping others build confidence and independence - especially behind the wheel. Whether I was supporting patients, leading a team through a medical emergency, or calming someone in crisis, my focus has always been on people; helping them feel capable, in control, and ready for the road ahead.

Now, I get to do that in a different setting - in a car, with you!

Alongside healthcare, I’ve always had a love for flying. I flew for the first time at 14, was selected by British Airways for their Flying Futures programme, and now train with York Gliding Club. Flying taught me the value of focus, discipline, and staying calm under pressure - and honestly, it’s not so different from helping someone master their first roundabout or nail a reverse bay park. So if we ever take a wrong turn, don’t worry - I’ve handled trickier landings!

My teaching style is calm, friendly, and flexible. Everyone learns differently, and I’ll always tailor your lessons to suit you. Whether you’re buzzing with excitement, full of nerves, or somewhere in between, I’ll meet you where you’re at - and together we’ll build your skills and confidence at your own pace.

I’m the kind of person who learns from every experience and genuinely loves seeing others succeed.

If we end up laughing during lessons, learning loads, and leaving the stress in the rear-view mirror - that’s a win in my book."