Participants will learn the basics about driving correctly in snow and ice.

 
The theory section includes adopting a proper seating position, how to hold the steering wheel correctly and what steering technique to use.

 
Participants will then drive on slick surfaces, learning how to move off and brake correctly with optimum traction, as well as how to safely avoid obstacles.

 

This focuses on steering, braking and accelerating in packed snow. The instructor first briefs the group and then, via a radio link, leads participants through a course which requires braking in curves and making load-alteration maneuvers.

 
Once a safe rhythm has been established, participants will then drive the handling course on their own.

 
The instructor watches each participant’s vehicle and gives them key information and tips to improve their car control. 

Participants tackle a slalom course, learning how to steer calmly and sensitively – while also looking in the right direction at the right time!

 
Speeds are gradually increased as drivers become familiar with the course and refine their technique.

 
It’s all about being able to handle the car confidently on slippery surfaces and learning how to take it to the limits of traction. 

This is a fun experience driving in ice and snow on a specially prepared oval track.
 
Participants learn how to initiate, control and then end a drift. It’s about simulating extreme situations that may occur in daily driving on slick surfaces.
 
The goal is to master a sudden break away, or loss of grip, and turn it into a controlled drift.
 
Fun and excitement is guaranteed!

  

A real highlight of the winter driver training course!

This is a competition on the oval track where participants have an opportunity to apply what they have learned so far in competitive conditions.

Whoever sets the best aggregate time receives a winner’s trophy. 

Under the watchful eye of a professional instructor, participants will experience driving on winter landscape in an unbelievable funny way – with unique track vehicles.

Winter driving dynamics like these guarantee loads of fun! 

Opel is the reigning FIA ERC Junior champion with the ADAM R2 rally car, and participants will take a seat in one alongside an Opel works driver.

Sweeping across the snow in this car with an expert at the wheel promises to be an unforgettable experience. 

This is a driving adventure across mountainsides and snowy forests. The rugged Lungau landscape provides an ideal setting to test the performance of Opel’s 4x4 system in genuine off-road conditions. The route follows deep snowy forest tracks well beyond public highways, crossing creeks through undulating countryside. Participants learn how to drive correctly uphill and downhill, using the braking and steering techniques required in extreme winter conditions.
 
This driving adventure in a great, unspoiled natural wilderness concludes with a crackling bonfire and warm drinks all around.

And, with the help of a vehicle ramp, you'll get a feeling for driving up or down steep slopes – all under the guidance of your instructor, of course.

This is real adventure driving!