Essential 4wd Courses

4x4 driving courses
  • 4wd Bush Driving: Maximise traction & control when manoeuvring over uneven terrain.
  • 4wd Defensive Driving: Drive to the conditions; solutions for rollover prevention on unsealed roads.
  • Self-Recovery: Mathematical & practical steps to recover a 4wd; safely use a variety of recovery gear.

Security Courses

driving courses

Roadcraft Courses

driving courses

Instructor Courses

driving courses

Train-the-Trainer (ToT): Designed for individuals, who would like to become lead trainers in OnCourse driver training systems.

Additional

4wd Driving Articles

Latest: More than Just Rubber

More than Just Rubber

I was inspired to revisit this subject by a "late night" conversation with friends who had just fitted cross ply tyres to their vehicles without realising it.

By Mick Farmer :: Published: Jan 2007. Read more >>

Winches - Do You Need One?
Winches - Do You Need One?
May 2007 :: Last Updated: Feb 2008.
Picking recovery equipment for your vehicle is a bit like selecting a 4wd. First, you need to examine where, when and what are you going to be doing - then select the equipment most suitable.
Mud Glorious Mud
Mud Glorious Mud
Aug 2005.
Although soil conditions may vary from heavy clay to the renowned "black cotton", dealing with mud is approached in much the same way.
Consider The High Lift Jack
Consider The High Lift Jack
Apr 2005.
One piece of equipment that is, in my opinion, invaluable is the high-lift jack.
Get A Grip On Tyre Selection
Feb 2004.
When I first came to Uganda the choice of tyres was limited to either Firestone Translug or Firestone Translug.
Free Wheeling Hubs
Jan 2004.
To Free Or Not to Free? That is the question ... free wheeling hubs then; first let me dispel a few myths.
Axle Wind Up - A Potentially Damaging Phenomenon
Sep 2003.
When you do select 4wd, you have to make sure your vehicle does not suffer from extreme axle windup.
Learning How To Drive a 4wd
Mar 2003.
Back in 1995 I was given a Land Rover to drive as part of my job escorting and supporting trucks taking food relief into Southern Sudan.
Coolant and Thermostats - Are They Necessary?
2001 :: Last Updated: Oct 2002.
In Uganda, like the rest of East Africa, mechanics always remove the engine thermostats when the car first arrives in the country.
Which is the Best 4x4?
Jun 2002.
I was prompted to write this (highly opinionated) column.
The Pull Pal - Product Test
Apr 2002.
First impressions were "why would anyone want this monstrosity in the back of their vehicle?"

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