Reiner Endres, a driving instructor with seven schools in the Forchheim area, understands the hesitation of potential students regarding obtaining a driver's license due to recent announcements about upcoming reforms. The Federal Minister of Transport, Patrick Schnieder, has indicated plans to make acquiring a driver's license not only more affordable but also reform its structure. However, this uncertainty has led to a situation where many prospective students prefer to hold off on enrolling in driving schools, creating a stagnation of sorts in the industry. Endres points out that this situation results in a 'double insecurity' for both students and instructors. Since there are no clear details on how the reforms will be implemented or what the changes might entail, driving schools like his are left in limbo. The anxiety surrounding these potential changes is palpable, with many instructors fearing a decline in enrollment as students wait to see if the proposed reductions in costs will come to fruition. As the situation continues to evolve, the long-term implications could be significant for the driver education industry in Germany. Should the reforms lead to a more affordable and structured process for acquiring a driver's license, it could reshape how driving schools operate and attract more students. Conversely, if the uncertainty persists without actionable changes, it could jeopardize the livelihood of driving instructors and challenge the stability of driving schools across the country.