History

Started in 2005, iDRIVE.co.za is adaptation of a website we co-founded while in University to promote tourist guides.

iDRIVE.co.za went on to win the first phase in the National Innovation Competition at the Cape Peninsula University of Techoloy (CPUT).

Since then iDRIVE.co.za has grown onto the mobile platform and integrated into MXit. We now cover most of Western Cape and Gauteng, and are aiming to grow instructors listing to all of South Africa by the end of the year.

Who are we?

Miguel


Miguel dos Santos - with a BTech degree in I.T., specilizes in Internet/Mobile Development making sure we're ahead of the game.

Rafiq

Rafiq Phillips - eMarketing and Search Engine Optimization expert, makes sure iDRIVE.co.za and its driving school members are properly marketed for optimal lead generation.

Values

  • Quality - Only registered and quality driving schools are listed on iDRIVE.co.za
  • Focus - By focusing our efforts on driver training we are able to provide first class business directory benefiting both driving schools and learner drivers
  • Simplicity - Keeping the website simple, but effective is key to a successfull website and business.

Press

Here are some press articles where we are mentioned.

Why iDRIVE.co.za?

Numerous qualified driving instructors operate in South Africa, all with different tuition services available in different locations. The problem for learner drivers is finding a trustedm, quality driving instructors who meet their specific requirements and available in their area.

Learner Drivers in South Africa can now be sure of quality driving school instruction with the launch of iDRIVE.co.za. Endorsed by the South African Institute of Driving Instructors (SAIDI), learners will ba able to search, find and directly contact driving school instructors who would meet their specific requirements.

For Driving Schools

iDRIVE.co.za uses latest web technologies and mobile platforms to market driving schools to their target market, people between the age of 16-24, in high school, college/university or starting out in the workplace and who need a drivers license.

Besides just being listed on our online and mobile directory, driving schools get their own website within the iDRIVE.co.za domain, which is mobile accessible and where they have the ability to accurately track their website statistics and leads generated through iDRIVE.co.za. Driving schools have full control over their website and can login and update their website and profile details anytime they like.

Since this service is focused on driving schools and instructors, we provide members unique services specific to driving schools needs.