The first training session will be held at the M4TREC Beginner 4WD Course in Semenyih, Selangor on August 26, 2023.
The next session will be conducted at the Sar4Trac Beginner 4WD Course in Kampung Barieng, Bau, Sarawak on September 16, 2023.
The beginner-level 4WD courses aim to provide the basic techniques of safe off-roading.
These sessions are part of this year’s Ford Ranger Getaways – a first and only in-segment adventure-based e-commerce platform.
Both the M4TREC and Sar4Trac centres are purpose-built facilities designed to offer a safe and controlled environment for learning and experiencing the basic techniques of off-road driving.
Courses will be conducted by the centres’ teams of HRDF-certified professional instructors who are also expert off-roaders.
Participants will also gain in-depth familiarity with their vehicles while networking with other owners and like-minded individuals.
They are also welcome to bring along a companion.
“We are committed to helping customers unlock the true potential of their Rangers and Raptors so they can live their life to the fullest. Both these beginner 4WD courses are excellent opportunities for owners, to learn the skills needed to pilot their vehicles safely and confidently in different types of terrain,” said Turse Zuhair, managing director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford.
Both training sessions will begin with an in-depth briefing on safety, the basics of 4x4 driving and the obstacle courses.
Under the close guidance and supervision of the instructors, participants will then put to practice the basic techniques for tackling various obstacles in the hands-on session.
At M4TREC, obstacles include Dirt Track, Roller Ramp, Frame Twister, Ridge Crossing / Slide Slope, Mud & Ruts, Rutted Track, Ditch, Hill Descend, Hill Ascend and Mud Dash.
Participants at Sar4Trac will tackle obstacles at the Ngirobuh banana plantation, which include Dirt Track, Frame Twister, Mud & Gravel, Rutted Track, Ditch, Hill Ascent, Hill Descent and Water Wading.
All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the training session.
The courses are priced at RM498 per person, with a maximum of two participants per vehicle.
Next-Generation Ranger and Ranger Raptor owners who have not utilised their Inner Circle privilege card code can redeem their 30% discount on this training experience.
Early bird owners of the Next-Gen Ranger Raptor 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel are encouraged to redeem their Getaways discount before it expires in June 2024.
Bookings and payments for both courses can be completed on the Ford Ranger Getaways platform via the SDAC-Ford Malaysia website.
"I am very satisfied with the training we received. The instructors were excellent and I learned a lot, especially about driving safely in off-road conditions,” said a Next-Gen Ranger Raptor owner who participated in the M4TREC beginner 4WD course in March.
“One can gain a lot of techniques and knowledge, as well as the proper way of handling your car off-road,” said another proud owner of a Next-Gen Ranger Raptor.
To keep up-to-date on other upcoming adventures, visit the Ford Ranger Getaways platform.
