Training · Zwartkops Raceway and De Wildt, Gauteng
Toyota Gazoo Racing Driving Academy
Full-Day Advanced 4x4 Driving and Recovery Course
Photo: TGR Driving Academy
- Academy Vehicles Supplied
- Full Day, 08:00 to 16:30
- Zwartkops and De Wildt
- R4,250 p.p.
About
About Toyota Gazoo Racing Driving Academy
The Toyota Gazoo Racing Driving Academy, formerly the Toyota Driving Academy, runs a full-day advanced 4x4 driving and recovery course at Zwartkops Raceway and De Wildt in Gauteng. It suits anyone planning a long trip in their Land Cruiser, or anyone who just wants to stop damaging it on the local 4x4 trail.
The day starts with a lecture on the do's and don'ts of off-road driving: vehicle dynamics, low range, diff locks, Multi-terrain Select, tyre pressures and suspension. Then you drive real terrain, including steep climbs and descents of up to 70%, ditch crossings, side slopes and rock crawling. An optional recovery session covers winching, recovery straps and self-recovery.
You drive the academy's own Toyota 4x4s on the day, at no extra cost, so your Land Cruiser stays out of harm's way. The course costs R4,250 per person, VAT included, with breakfast, lunch, a certificate and a cap. Courses need at least 8 drivers on the day.
Services
What they offer
Full-Day 4x4 Course
Theory in the morning, then practical driving on real terrain for most of the day. 08:00 to 16:30.
Recovery Session
Optional session on winching, recovery straps and self-recovery. Confirm it when you book.
Theory and Vehicle Dynamics
How your 4x4 system works, when to use low range and the diff lock, Multi-terrain Select, tyre pressures and suspension.
On-Site Training
The course can also be run at your own location. Courses need at least 8 drivers.
Photos
Photo: TGR Driving Academy
Questions
Do I need to bring my own Land Cruiser?
No. You drive the academy's own Toyota 4x4s on the day, at no extra cost.
What does the course cost and what is included?
R4,250 per person, VAT included. Breakfast, lunch, colddrinks, a certificate and a cap are included.
Where and when is it?
At Zwartkops Raceway and De Wildt in Gauteng, from 08:00 to 16:30. Onsite training at your own location is also possible.
What will I learn?
Theory on vehicle dynamics, low range, diff locks, tyre pressures and suspension, then practical driving: steep climbs and descents of up to 70%, ditch crossings, side slopes and rock crawling.
Is recovery training included?
There is an optional recovery session on winching, recovery straps and self-recovery. Confirm it when you book.
Do I need to own a Toyota?
No. The academy is open to all drivers: you only need a valid driver's licence. Courses need at least 8 drivers on the day. 4x4 Afrika
Talk to Toyota Gazoo Racing Driving Academy
A full-day 4x4 driving and recovery course at Zwartkops and De Wildt in Gauteng. R4,250 per person, meals included.
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