“"All of my kids took this course and all have remained accident free in lousy driving conditions in universities all over the world" thank you!”

Susanne Carlson

" I highly recommend it.
Just as you can't learn to ride a bicycle without actually trying to ride one, you can't learn about skid control without
actually learning by handling a car in skid situations."

- Gil Bellamy, Oregon Traffic Safety Commission


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Many crashes could be avoided if the drivers understood their vehicle limitations and knew the driving techniques required in an emergency situation or bad weather condition.

The 3-hour Car Control & Defensive Driving Course is a fun and informative program offering drivers the opportunity to experience emergency driving situations in a safe, controlled environment.


Curriculum Includes:

  • Behind-the-wheel training in the Pro Drive SkidCars
  • How to control and avoid all types of skids
  • Winter/wet-weather driving skills
  • Concepts of vehicle dynamics
  • Defensive driving tactics
  • Collision avoidance maneuvers
  • Emergency braking techniques (ABS vs. non-ABS)

This course improves driver awareness and skills that can be applied to all types of vehicles and driving conditions. With a 3-to-1 student-instructor ratio, this unique training is an education in driving you just can’t get anywhere else!

What is a SkidCar?

A Pro Drive SkidCar is a vehicle fitted with a unique steel frame and hydraulic platform. This innovative system recreates situations that allow the driver to experience different types of skids in an environment that encourages learning. The SkidCar is so effective at developing superior driving skills, it is the preferred training tool for law enforcement agencies and professional training centers around the world.

Who should attend?
Drivers of all ages and levels of driving experience will have the time of their life while learning the driving skills that could save it!

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