ABOUT JD Driving Solutions

Auckland’s Driving School Built for Real Confidence

We combine NZTA-qualified on-road instruction with certified MINTEDVR virtual reality coaching — giving every learner the most comprehensive, modern path to their licence.

OUR STORY

A driving school built on trust and innovation

JD Driving Solutions was founded in Auckland with one clear goal: to give every learner — from first-time learners to experienced drivers refreshing their skills — the tools, confidence, and real-road experience they need to become safe drivers for life.

What makes us different is our partnership with MINTEDVR – Learn to Drive in VR as an official franchise partner. We’re proud to offer certified virtual reality coaching alongside traditional on-road lessons, creating a training experience that no standard driving school can match.

Based in Auckland, New Zealand, we serve learners across the region with flexible scheduling, patient instruction, and a genuine commitment to your success behind the wheel.

95% First-attempt pass rate

2 Certified instructors

VR MINTEDVR franchise

MEET THE TEAM

Your instructors & coaches

Experienced, qualified professionals dedicated to helping you become a safe and confident driver.

Salesh Narayan

Lead Driving Instructor · VR Coach

After 24 years as a Senior Accountant, Salesh Narayan followed his lifelong passion for driving and driver education by becoming a professional Driving Instructor. Known for his patient and supportive teaching style, he is committed to helping learners build confidence, develop safe driving habits, and gain practical skills that last a lifetime.

His goal is simple: to ensure every learner leaves with the knowledge and confidence needed to drive safely and succeed on New Zealand roads.

Certified Driving Instructor MINTEDVR VR Coach

If you have difficulty with English, we can also communicate in Hindi during your driving lessons.

Jhotika Narayan

VR Session Coach

Jhotika Narayan specialises in our MINTEDVR virtual reality coaching programme, helping learners build hazard awareness and road confidence in a safe, immersive environment. Her patient, encouraging approach makes VR sessions accessible and effective for drivers at every experience level.

MINTEDVR VR Coach MINTEDVR Certified

If you have difficulty with English, we can also communicate in Hindi during your driving lessons.

Ready to Start Your Driving Journey?

Book your first lesson today and gain confidence behind the wheel with Auckland’s most modern driving school — on-road and in VR.

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