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Ford distributors Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) will be hosting a new off-road driving course for beginners next month. Called the Ford Ranger Getaways M4TREC Beginner 4WD Course, it’s set to take place on March 19 at the M4TREC facility located in Semenyih, Selangor. 

This beginner-level off-road driving course will be conducted by M4TREC and its ensemble of  HRDF-certified instructors. SDAC touts this being an ideal way to learn and experience the basic techniques of off-road driving in a safe and controlled environment. 


“We strongly encourage all Ranger owners, especially our next-gen customers, to take this opportunity to acquire more in-depth knowledge about their vehicle and elevate their driving skills, safely and effectively,” said Turse Zuhair, MD of SDAC-Ford.

Ranger owners who sign up for the half-day Ford Ranger Getaways M4TREC Beginner 4WD Course event are welcome to bring along a companion. The day’s program begins with a gathering and convoy drive from Ford Ara Damansara s to the M4TREC facility.

After which, the training session starts with a briefing followed by a vehicle walkaround and familiarisation before a hands-on driving experience through the M4TREC obstacle course.  With guidance and supervision of instructors, participants will learn basic techniques for tackling obstacle courses such as Dirt Track, Roller Ramp, Frame Twister, Ridge Crossing / Slide Slope, Mud & Ruts, Rutted Track, Ditch, Hill Descend, Hill Ascend and Mud Dash. 


Upon completing this program, participants will then gain a Certificate of Completion.  The course is priced at RM992.89 per person, with a maximum of two participants per vehicle. Additionally, owners of the latest-gen Ranger are entitled to a 30% discount through their Inner Circle privilege card code. 

Besides this latest M4TREC 4WD Beginner Course, other event-based Ranger Getaways for January to August 2023 are publicly listed on the SDAC-Ford website via https://shop.sdacford.com.my/getaways. Slots for each, including this latest M4TREC Beginner 4WD Course, are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Owners keen to participate can book and pay for their slots online at the SDAC-Ford e-commerce platform.



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