WilderWise – Off-Road driving Course


Do you own a 4x4 vehicle or drive one on a regular basis? Learn to use its full capacities by attending this WilderWise Off-Road Driving Course. The course covers 5 main subjects with presentation and hands-on practice over a 4 day period:
  • 4x4-vehicle orientation
  • Vehicle Care
  • Off-road driving techniques
  • Vehicle recovery methods - getting unstuck
  • Driving on gravel roads
  • Bush mechanics
  • Vehicle Safety and Passenger Care
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4x4-vehicle orientation
  • How does a 4x4 work – basic principles
  • Pre-drive checks
  • Accessory Equipment
  • Pre trip planning
  • Manoeuvring a 4x4 vehicle – Judging length, width and height
  • Dangers and safety procedures
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Off-road driving techniques
  • 4x4 traction
  • High torque at low RPM
  • Humps and ditches
  • Vertical accents and decents
  • Transversing slopes
  • When to use 4x4 (High and low range)
  • Water crossings
  • Sand crossing
  • Deep river crossing
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Vehicle recovery methods - getting unstuck
  • Sand
  • Mud
  • Hard slippery surfaces
  • Deep Wheel Tracks
  • Erosion ditches
  • Uneven surfaces
  • Deep water
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Vehicle Care and Bush mechanics
  • Basic Repair techniques (problem and solution)
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Advanced Driving
  • Gravel road driving
  • Skid control
  • What makes a safe driver
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