What is Defensive Driving: Extreme Winter Driving with Skid Control/Recovery?
The Defensive Driving: Extreme Winter Driving with Skid Control/Recovery course equips drivers with the essential skills to stay safe and in control during harsh winter conditions. Developed by Thinking Driver, a trusted leader in professional driver training, this interactive program teaches practical techniques for handling icy roads, maintaining traction, and recovering from skids. Through expert instruction and real-world demonstrations, learners will gain the confidence to manage snow, ice, and limited visibility while minimizing the risk of collisions. Whether driving for work or personal safety, this course helps participants master the art of defensive winter driving and ensures safer journeys all season long.
Course Overview
Driving in winter presents unique challenges, even for experienced drivers. The Defensive Driving: Extreme Winter Driving with Skid Control/Recovery course provides the essential knowledge and skills to handle icy, snowy, and unpredictable road conditions safely.
Developed by Thinking Driver, a North American leader in corporate driver training, this award-winning course combines expert instruction with engaging multimedia and real-world demonstrations. Learners will master traction control, steering, braking, and skid recovery techniques that help prevent incidents and ensure safer winter travel.
From recognizing hazardous driving conditions to applying advanced control strategies, this course prepares employees to stay confident and incident-free through the harshest winter environments.
TOPIC OVERVIEW
This online course provides a deep understanding of winter driving dynamics, focusing on how weather, road, and vehicle factors affect safety. Participants will learn how to anticipate hazards, maintain control, and respond effectively in emergencies, building the mindset and skillset of a true defensive driver.
COURSE TOPICS
- The 6 Conditions of Winter Driving – Understand how weather, vehicle readiness, road surfaces, traffic, lighting, and driver condition impact safety during winter driving.
- Distracted Driving and Winter Conditions – Learn strategies to avoid distractions that increase risk during poor weather conditions.
- Traction & Control – Explore how to find and maintain traction through correct steering, braking, and acceleration techniques. Learn about winter tires, total control steering, and vehicle stability systems.
- Skid Recovery – Identify different types of skids, understeer, oversteer, and straight-line and practice proven methods to recover safely using antilock braking systems (ABS).
COURSE DURATION
This online training takes approximately 60 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume at their own pace for flexible, self-directed learning.
PASS MARK
A passing mark of 90% is required to receive a certificate of completion. Testing is built into the course to reinforce learning, and participants are allowed three exam attempts. Learners who do not achieve the passing mark may retake the course up to two additional times.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a digital certificate of completion, available for immediate download and printing.
