Welcome to PNL 4WDriving’s Courses
Why Learn 4WDriving with PNL 4WDriving?
4WDriving is more than just getting from A to B — it’s about adventure, exploration, and confidence.
Whether you’re chasing thrill-seeking experiences, enjoying time in the great outdoors, or simply want to get off the beaten track, 4WDriving offers all of that and more. It can also be a valuable qualification for your career, or a way to enjoy quality time with family and friends.
But most importantly — it’s about safety.
Why Safety Matters
You need to be safe.
Your passengers need confidence in your driving and decision-making.
And you need the peace of mind that comes from knowing your vehicle, your abilities, and your judgement are up to the challenge.
Whether you’re an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned 4WDriver looking to refresh your skills, it’s essential to get the highest standard of training using the most up-to-date techniques.
Nationally Recognised Training
Our nationally accredited courses meet industry-specific competency standards and cover everything you need to know to get off the road — and back again — safely and confidently.
Course Topics Covered
Preparation:
- Suitability and correct use of equipment
- Understanding physiological well-being
- Food, water, and clothing requirements
- Observation and planning skills
- Recognising extreme environmental conditions
Environmental:
- Impact of 4WD vehicles
- Code of ethics / conduct
- Seasonal closures
- Weather information & signs
How a 4WD works:
- Basic vehicle knowledge
- Differential action, transmission windup
- Part time 4WD, constant 4WD
- Freewheeling hubs
- Gear ratios and their uses
- Vehicle preparation, inspection & maintenance
- Safety and environmental issues
Driving:
- Tyres and tyre pressure
- Correct driving techniques
- Driving in hazardous situations
- Driving with ABS brakes
- Traction aids & traction control
- City and bush driving
- Vehicle placement and traction
- Emergency reverse, stall stopping & key starting obstacles ditches, logs & rocks
- Ascents and descents
- Side slopes & stability
- Fording and wading
- Wheel/tyre changing (including in difficult conditions)
- Steering, braking & gear changing
- Attitude and professionalism
- Wheel chains and fit
- Night driving in the bush
Recovery:
- De-bogging
- Jacking
- Towing and the correct use of the dynamic tow strap
- Winching technique
- Accessories
- Tools
Camping:
- Low impact camping
- Equipment selection
- Site selection & maintenance
- Loading the vehicle
PNL 4WDriving offers a variety of other training courses associated with 4WDriving. If you have been unable to find what you require please contact us to discuss.