An SUV is a vehicle not just for the run of the mill office to home and back schedule. Its got a lot to do with the vehicle’s true nature. However, this is something we all know about. The Ford Endeavour is one off in the Sports Utility Vehicle Segment. With its long stance and right seat ergonomics, this vehicle is just right for off roading and a whole lot of fun.

On 2nd of this month, Ford organised The Great Ford Endeavour Drive, where in a remote location on the foot hills of the Aravali, Endeavour owners got the experience and exposure to what their Ford is really capable of. To help with getting the idea, Ford had called in Jagat Nanjappa, who needs no introduction to the world of rallying and off roading and has over thousands of kilometers clicked with his trusted vehicles..

With Jagat in the driver’s seat, Endeavour owners got to know about what their SUV is capable of. A properly laid out track with a number of jumps, an open area for donuts, a slush patch and some man-made humps made out of sandbags and to add to this, Jagat made all this look like all in a days work. When asked, Jagat replied, “This is the perfect track for testing out the Endeavour. It has the right kind of obstacles which show the true capability of the vehicle.”

Add to this, ten points to keep in mind while off-roading, here is what he had to say.

I Never go off-roading alone. One must have a rescue car or if nothing else, then another car.

II Carry as much as equipment like Winch, inflator, that you can

III Do not be embarrassed if your car is stuck. It is wise to get a little dirty.

IV Make sure your tires are in good shape.

V Trust your instincts. If you know you cannot do a task, back up.

VI If you are a first-timer, take an expert along who knows what has to be done in a difficult situation

source: http://www.zigwheels.com / Home>  News & Features / by Sukhpreet Singh / October 07th, 2011