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SKIDTRUCK and SKIDCAR Driver Training

A yellow diamond-shaped road sign with the words "SAFE DRIVING".

SKIDTRUCK and SKIDCAR offer a revolutionary system that allows those who drive vehicles on the job, whether larger vehicles such as small buses, fire engines, ambulances, or large pickup trucks/SUVs, or smaller vehicles, such as police cars or maintenance vehicles, to simulate how to drive in inclement weather conditions where loss of traction is a constant risk.

SKIDTRUCK/SKIDCAR training takes place at the Adams County Fairgrounds. But we can also bring it to you! We can perform the training on any concrete pad that is at least 200 feet by 500 feet and is free of obstructions like light poles.

“I completed our skid training yesterday. What an amazing program! I wish we had this technology when I was learning to drive and now that it’s here, I recommend everyone take the course. It challenged us to rethink how we handle a skid or sliding situation and relearn skills that will help to prevent or recover from them.”

Alan Fletcher, Fire Chief at Fairmount Fire Protection District

Four Training Components

There are four core missions to SKIDTRUCK/SKIDCAR training to help participants become more disciplined drivers.

  • Vehicle Dynamics
  • Gaining Awareness of Vehicle Technology
  • Grip: Demonstrated in the classroom as well as behind the wheel
  • Speed: Higher speeds will reduce visual efficiency. Demonstrated in the classroom and behind the wheel.

Training Available

  • 4-Hour Course – $220.00
  • 2-Hour Course – $120.00

To schedule a time and date to train, send us an email.

Trainings are held at Adams County Fairgrounds and can also be brought to your district. Note that if the SKIDTRUCK comes to you, $25 will be added to each person training.

South Adams County Fairgrounds 2024 Available Training Dates

DatesJune 25, 26, 27, or 28July 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12July 16, 17, or 18Aug 12, 13, or 14Aug 19, 20, 21, 22, or 23Aug 26, 27, 28, or 29
Times8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm