"The aim of the Isuzu Off-Road Academy is to train Isuzu KB drivers and owners in the correct use of their vehicles. We are confident that this course will empower our customers with off-road driving skills and confidence to match the class-leading off-road capabilities of the legendary Isuzu KB.
"Customers who complete the course will be able to make better use of technology in their vehicles, for work or leisure," said Isuzu brand manager, Ryan Visagie.
The academy will give the opportunity to improve off-road driving skills and also experience the Isuzu KB in a controlled and safe environment.
"A good example is driving safely on gravel roads. A lot of drivers are reluctant to engage 4x4 when driving on ordinary gravel roads, but our instructors encourage the use of 4x4 high range when one ventures off tarred surfaces. This gives the driver better control of the vehicle," says Visagie.
The academy is based at the Gerotek vehicle testing facility outside Pretoria. Courses will also be conducted at various off-road tracks throughout the country wherever there is demand. Attendees of the Isuzu Off-Road Academy will have the opportunity to hone their off-roading skills in the academy’s powerful Isuzu KB 3.0 and 2.5 litre D-Teq Double and Extended cab vehicles in the presence of qualified off-road instructors.
The Isuzu KB D-Teq engines are the current 72-hour speed and endurance record holders and combined with the superb Isuzu chassis, they prove a formidable off-road combination.
Details on course content and official Isuzu Off-Road Academy gear are available on the website www.isuzu.co.za
It is envisaged that training will also be offered in George, so watch this space, we’ll keep our readers updated!
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The Garden Route is a popular launch venue for car manufacturers and the Isuzu Off-Road Academy used the beautiful and hisotric Montagu Pass as part of its launch route.
ARTICLE BY ANICA KRÜGER
