Learn to drive with dual control hire
It’s easy with our low-cost dual control cars. They come with two sets of controls, which allow an experienced driver to keep you safe while you learn. You can even use our vehicles for driving tests.
Why choose dual control hire?
£300 off the price of a new car. Find out more here.
Price includes insurance and VAT
Automatic models available
Competitive rates
Are you a driving instructor?
We also have competitive daily rates for driving instructors, meaning unexpected repairs or accidents won’t keep you off the road for long. Don’t disappoint your customers and keep yourself moving!
Find out about dual control hire for driving instructor test use here.
What our customers say
My daughter has just passed her driving test and being able to hire the dual control car from Arnold Clark, at such a reasonable rate, and so conveniently, over the past 9 months has been a massive help. All of the staff were extremely friendly and supportive throughout and I would gladly recommend your service to anyone – it’s unbeatable!
Andrew Bull
Happy rental customer
The gift of driving
Give the learner driver in your life a passport to success with our dual control gift vouchers.
2 for 1
2 hours dual control car rental for the price of 1
*Terms and conditions apply.
Must hold valid Young Scot Card.
Car features
Dual controls
Manual dual controls allow the instructor to take over when needed.
Full graphics
High visibility livery ensures you’re safely seen on the road.
L-plates
All our dual control cars have front and back learner plates.
Frequently asked questions about dual control car hire
How do I book a dual control car?
To book your car simply call our rental reservations department on 0141 237 1965 or book now.
How old do I have to be to hire a dual control car?
You must be 17 years old or over, possess a clean, current provisional licence and be accompanied at all times by a qualified driver, who is 23 years old or over. We charge £5 per hire for accompanying drivers aged 23-24. If you currently possess a full UK automatic driving licence, you will still be able to hire a manual dual control car with a provisional driving licence.
What if I already possess an automatic driving licence?
If you currently possess a full UK Automatic driving licence you are still able to hire a manual dual control car as a provisional driver.
What qualifies me as an accompanying driver?
An accompanying driver must be 23 years or over and hold a, current and valid UK or EU driving license for a minimum of 3 years. If the accompanying driver has points on their license, please check with branch prior to hiring, to ensure that the driver is eligible.
What documentation do I need to bring with me to hire?
As the learner driver is the main driver, they are required to bring the card part of their driving licence along with a utility bill, or similar, as proof of address (proof of address must be dated within the last 3 months to be valid and be similar to the accompanying driver).
As the accompanying driver you are required to bring the card part of your driving licence.
Both the accompanying and student driver must generate a DVLA check code. You can do this by clicking here. We will ask for these codes during the pre-rental telephone call. We can also check the codes in branch if necessary. Please note the branch cannot generate a check code on your behalf.
What documents are considered acceptable for proof of address?
Utility bills, bank or credit card statements that have been issued within the last three months. We can also accept electronic copies of these documents.
Can I carry any passengers?
Additional passengers must not be carried at any time in our dual control cars.
Do you offer driving lessons?
No, you need to be accompanied by a friend or relative over the age of 23 who has held a full license for more than 3 years.
Can I hire a dual control car if I’ve already passed my test?
No, customers who have passed their driving test and already hold a full driving licence cannot hire a dual control car. These are reserved for our learner drivers.
Can I use an Arnold Clark dual control car to sit my driving test?
Yes, you can use our dual control cars to sit your driving test. You will need to have hired one of our dual control cars for at least one hour on a previous day to qualify. Please let us know that you require the car for your test at the time of booking with us.
Is VAT & insurance included?
Yes, VAT & insurance are both included in your dual control car rental. An excess will be charged for any vehicle damage, however, an optional excess waiver can be purchased (subject to qualification).
Are there any mileage or fuel charges when hiring a dual control car?
No, the hourly price includes mileage and fuel.
How long can I hire a dual control car for?
The minimum period of rental is 1 hour and maximum is 4 hours.
Do you have automatic dual control cars?
Yes, you can hire an automatic dual control car from the following branches:
- Aberdeen
- Armadale
- Ayr
- Dundee
- East Kilbride
- Seafield, Edinburgh
- Sighthill, Edinburgh
- South St, Glasgow
- Inverness
- Kilbirnie St, Glasgow
- Kilmarnock
- Leeds
- Liverpool
- Milton Keynes
- Hamilton Road, Glasgow
- Paisley
- Sheffield
- Southampton
Our dual control customers
Below are some pictures of our customers who have recently passed their test with our dual control cars.
Call us on 0141 237 1965 to book
