18 General Driving Techniques
18 GENERAL DRIVING TECHNIQUES
18.1 Driving Tips
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Stay alert to changing terrain conditions as slopes and
obstacles can decrease stability.
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Proceed slowly when entering unfamiliar terrain, if in doubt, back
out.
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Power and traction, not speed, are most important in driving off-
road.
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Keeping both hands on the steering wheel is the best way to
maintain control.
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Make every attempt to avoid obstacles that could enter the cock-
pit area and hit you or your passenger.
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Never operate the ROXOR if the controls do not function nor-
mally, instead take it to a ROXOR authorized dealer.
18.2 Driving in Reverse
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Choosing a safe place to turn around is always preferred
whenever possible.
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Be aware that abrupt steering inputs while driving in reverse can
increase the risk of a roll over.
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When operating in reverse, check that the path behind the
ROXOR is free of people and/or obstacles.
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When safe, proceed with care and caution, go slowly and avoid
sharp turns.
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Always maintain a level of alertness to your blind spots when
driving in reverse.
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Pay attention to blind spots. When it is safe to proceed in
reverse, go slowly and avoid sharp turns.
When driving downhill in reverse, gravity can increase
your speed above a safe level. Always use engine and gears to slow
descent rate and prevent over heating the brakes.
18.3 Driving in or on Slippery Surfaces
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Slow down and avoid abrupt steering inputs to prevent sliding
and roll overs.
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Be aware that it may take longer to stop your ROXOR, be cau-
tious and avoid locking the brakes.
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Hard accelerations on these surfaces may result in loose mater-
ial to be thrown rearwards into the path of others.
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Hard accelerations may result in tire spin, the ROXOR to sink,
eventually becoming stuck.
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Use lower gears a nd/or 4WD Low Range to help prevent tire
spin.
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