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Just letting you know our web site has been updated with new driving articles and security information.
Get A Grip On Tyre Selection
By Mick Farmer.
When I first came to Uganda the choice of tyres was limited to either Firestone Translug or Firestone Translug! So, you were forced into a situation of having to pay over the odds for tyres that were, many times, unsuitable for the work that was expected of them. I was working for a project that was primarily operating in Southern Sudan, where the roads were poor, to say the least. Being a cross ply (bias ply) tyre this suited the needs of the environment.
Except for the relatively low price, that is the only major advantage of a cross ply / bias ply tyre. The disadvantages include a strong and rigid sidewall. This causes the tyre to overheat, when operated on a sealed road surface and therefore, wear out quickly. Read More >>
4wd Web site Feature Link
DuPont launched a program to encourage drivers to put safety first and to show how the company's science and technologies help to give you peace of mind on the road. This is small online driving game is part of their auto safety tour. Read More >>
Off-Road Training Spaces Available!
We have a few 4wd courses running over the next month, which still have spaces available. Some are paying slots and others are for former students who may attend free as a refresher. Please email us, to book either for yourself or your drivers.
Training Seminars
Take advantage of our instructional seminars. One of our trainers will come to your office (in Kampala) and give a presentation on any one of these subjects: Adopting the Right Attitude, When to Engage 4wd, or Security Awareness in Uganda. Choose a Seminar and Book Now>>
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