GOING OFF-ROAD WITH YOUR 4x4
THINK RUGGED DESCENTS AND BONNET-DEEP WADING ARE FOR EXPERTS? THINK AGAIN.
EVERYDAY OFF-ROAD
POTHOLES, GRAVEL AND COUNTRY LANES: HOW TO NAVIGATE TRICKY DAY-TO-DAY SURFACES.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING GUIDE
TAKE THE PATH LESS TRAVELLED WITH OUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO 4x4 OFF-ROADING.
With good preparation and a bit of practice, anyone can off-road. A Land Rover is capable of more than you could ever imagine. My top tip is to know your 4x4 inside out before you set off.
JAMES NEWMAN
LAND ROVER EXPERIENCE DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
UNDERSTAND YOUR 4x4
Get a good mental picture of the underside of your vehicle. Know where the fragile parts are, such as the fuel tank, engine sump, differentials and gearbox.
MEMORISE BASIC STATS
Memorising some basic stats will help you deal confidently with off-road obstacles. Get to know your vehicle’s height and width, its lowest point, wading depth and key angles.
READ YOUR MANUAL
Understand your on-board technology and all its features; you’ll find everything you need to know in the manual. If you don’t have your manual, download it now.
DOWNLOAD NOWPLAN YOUR TRIP
Check terrain and topography maps online. Consider current and recent weather, and how it might affect the land. Always abide by the Countryside Code.
DRIVING ICONS
Icons aren’t born overnight. They earn their stripes the long way. All Land Rover drivers know this first-hand. We’re proud to have been part of their journey. Visit our vehicles page to learn about Land Rover 4x4 vehicles and start your own journey
HILL DESCENT CONTROL IN MOTION
Land Rover’s patented Hill Descent Control (HDC) assists the driver on challenging descents by automatically maintaining a constant speed and applying brakes to each separate wheel where required, increasing the vehicles capability and keeping you in control at all times. Experience the system in action and tackle off-road challenges in our 360° video.
ALL-TERRAIN PROGRESS CONTROL
Land Rover’s pioneering 4x4 technology All-Terrain Progress Control enables steady, composed progress across any terrain at the push of a button.
DYNAMIC CAPABILITY
Terrain Response™ technology enhances capability and ensures the vehicle performs with poise no matter how challenging the conditions by optimizing the engine, transmission, differentials and chassis systems. Select the mode to suit the surface and enjoy the assured performance. Watch the Range Rover Evoque Convertible putting its all-terrain capability to the test.
OFF-ROADING SKILLS
Quick tips and techniques for dealing with off-road environments.
DRIVING THROUGH MUD
Engage Mud and Ruts on Terrain Response. Try to stay within existing tracks. Keep the wheels straight and use the information screen to guide you.
DRIVING ON SAND
Engage Sand on Terrain Response. The key to crossing sand is to know how firm the surface is. You need to maintain momentum to drive over the sand, not sink into it.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Try to work out how deep the water is. In static, shallower water, explore on foot and use a stick to gauge the depth - or watch another vehicle go through.
DRIVING ON HILLS
Going uphill, approach the hill straight on and use the highest gear possible. Never turn the vehicle on a steep slope. Going downhill, engage Hill Descent Control.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING GUIDE
Take the path less travelled with our essential guide to 4x4 off-roading
4x4 OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES
From Islay and The Faroes to unforgettable moments from the Discovery archives. These are the stories of our own Land Rover adventurers.
LAND ROVER ADVENTURE TRAVEL
Explore some of the world’s most iconic destinations from behind the wheel of a Land Rover. Book your dream off-road adventure with Abercrombie & Kent.
OFF-ROAD ACCESSORIES
From lamp guards and mud flaps to full underbody protection, Land Rover Gear Accessories carries everything you need for your next 4x4 off-road adventure.
STRUCTURED LASER LIGHT TECHNOLOGY
Land Rover Innovation Lab is working on a series of “Advanced Sensor Technologies”. Structured Laser Light is a near future technology that will help Land Rover vehicles automatically adjust suspension to deliver comfort on any terrain. The car projects a grid of laser light onto the ground ahead; obstacles and potholes distort the grid and alert the system, leaving you to enjoy your in-car driving experience. Watch the film or visit the Innovation Lab to find out more.
OFF-ROAD TRAINING
Want to master muddy ruts, rock crawls and steep slopes? Book a Half, Full Day or Advanced Experience for expert guidance at one of our LRE centres.