Car control Course

Learn critical driving skills for every road condition—rain, snow,
or shine—behind the wheel of the Pro Drive SkidCar.

The SkidCar Course is a fun, hands-on program that lets drivers safely experience emergency situations in a controlled environment. Designed to improve awareness, reaction, and confidence, this training builds skills that apply to any vehicle and driving condition. It’s a one-of-a-kind driving experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Excellent Training for Teens and Adults

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Car Control Course

Safe Driving Starts Here.

Starting at

$359$299

This course enhances driver awareness and teaches skills that apply to all vehicles and driving conditions – including winter roads!


Private sessions available:

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1 person class (1.5 hours) $359 $299
2 person class (2 hours) $599 $499
3 person class (2.5 hours) $799 $699
For groups of 4 or more, please email prodrive@prodrive.net to schedule.
*For new drivers, prerequisite is 10+ hours of road driving (permit or licensed drivers)
Total

$359$299

car control course

Curriculum
includes

Behind-the-wheel training in the Pro Drive SkidCars

How to control and avoid all types of skids

Winter driving skills for rain, snow and ice

Concepts of vehicle dynamics

Defensive driving tactics

Understand Driver Aids

ABS Brakes Traction Control Stability Control All-Wheel and Four-Wheel Drive

Excellent training for all ages! (Permit or License)

What is a skid car

A Pro Drive SkidCar is a vehicle fitted with a unique steel
frame and hydraulic platform.

This innovative system recreates situations that allow the driver to experience different types of skids in an environment that encourages learning. The SkidCar is so effective at developing superior driving skills, it is the preferred training tool for law enforcement agencies and professional training centers around the world.

Pro Drive tips
for winter driving

Enjoy this short, informative video detailing the hazards of winter driving

Pro Drive and Mt. Hood Meadows have teamed up to make your winter commute safer this year. Check out the video, then take a spin in a Pro Drive SkidCar and have the time of your life while learning the driving skills that could save it!

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Highly Recommended

High Performance + Car Control Package

Test your street car on the twists & turns of PIR and take a spin in the Pro Drive SkidCars.

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$1,158 $998
save $160

Customers

Here are some of our beloved customers

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  • AT&T
  • Ad Life Paramedic Training School
  • American Red Cross
  • Ameriprise Financial
  • Association of General Contractors
  • Battleground Police Department
  • Brown & Kysar, Inc.
  • Bureau of Environmental Services
  • Bureau of Land Management
  • Bureau of Maintenance
  • Burlington Northern Railroad
  • Camas Fire Department
  • Chevron Lubricants
  • Chevron
  • Christian Electric
  • City of Beaverton Police Department
  • City of Gladstone
  • City of Gresham
  • City of Portland Water
  • City of Vancouver Police Department
  • Clackamas Community College
  • Climate Control
  • Colton Fire Department
  • Columbia Analytical Services
  • Columbia Waste Water Plant
  • Crestline Construction
  • Crown Royal
  • Department of Agriculture
  • Department of Environmental Quality
  • EDT Corp
  • Gresham Fire
  • Hancock Forest Management
  • Hercules
  • Hewlett Packard
  • Intel
  • Jaguar Land Rover NA
  • Jesuit Volunteer Corp
  • International Paper
  • Georgia Pacific
  • Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue
  • Andersen Construction
  • US Fish and Wildlife
  • White Creek Wind
  • Earthly Gourmet
  • Delta Sand and Gravel
  • Knife River
  • NW Crane Services
  • Associated General Contractors
  • TAT Communications
  • Portland Parks Bureau
  • City of Lake Oswego Parks
  • Oregon Forest Resources Institute
  • Albany International
  • Ride Connection
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Lake Oswego Fire Department
  • Lane County Sheriffs Department
  • Longview Fibre
  • Microsoft
  • Multnomah County Sheriffs Dept.
  • NW Hardwoods
  • Nalco Chemical
  • Nextel
  • Oliver & Thompson Inc.
  • Oregon Dept of Administrative Services
  • Oregon Dept of Corrections
  • Oregon Dept of Transportation
  • Oregon Health Division
  • Oregon Independent Telephone Association
  • Oregon Juvenile Corrections Academy
  • Oregon Liquor Control Commission
  • Oregon Lottery
  • Pacific Towncar
  • Penske Truck Rental
  • Port of Portland Police
  • Portland Brinckerhoff
  • Portland Community College
  • Portland Fire & Rescue
  • Portland General Electric
  • Portland Travel Lodge
  • Premia Corporation
  • Providence Home Services
  • Puget Sound Tire
  • Reynolds School District
  • Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo
  • SMART-City of Wilsonville
  • Siebel Systems
  • State of Oregon Dept. of General Services
  • State of Washington Counties Risk Pool
  • Toyota
  • Tri-Met
  • Tuality Medical Equipment and Supply
  • U.S. Forest Service
  • US West
  • Washington County
  • Weyerhaeuser
  • Willamette Falls Hospital

Testimonials

What are our client's saying about Pro Drive's Programs

Just wanted to pass on that my son, enjoyed the afternoon skid car class on Monday (as well as learned a lot!). We both thought that A.J. was an exceptional instructor. Got a blast out of his teaching style.

Marty

5 Stars

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That was great! AJ had a great temperament for Lizzie and I noticed right away that the things that make me worry about her driving were getting better. Thank you

Guy

5 Stars

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A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of using a gift from my wife for the defensive driving class in Portland. Chris was our instructor. He did the best job ever... I have never had a better demonstration on the engineering and mechanics of a vehicle's systems and what actually happens when you turn, and brake. Then, when we went from the classroom to the actual vehicle and it even made more sense. His gentle manner and expertise were so helpful and made so much sense. Bravo to Chris. I learned a lot and it truly has had an influence on my driving.

Don

5 Stars

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I took the Pro Drive skid course yesterday with my siblings instructed by Chris. I just wanted to leave you with some feedback from the course. I thoroughly enjoyed the course, because driving has always been a bit scary for me because of all the things that can go wrong. Not only did this course better my confidence with skidding and losing control, it also helped me practice being a more aware and cautious driver. I learned some very counter intuitive techniques that I know will help me throughout my lifetime of driving. I wanted to leave a very strong positive feedback about our instructor Chris, as well. He was very nice, very informative, and really helped me feel comfortable and relaxed. He was quick to tell me what went wrong with the car when I would skid out, and how to correct it for next time. He did not make me feel stupid or like a bad driver, in fact if anything he made me a more confident driver.
Thank you so much for the useful and fun driving course experience!

Emalise

5 Stars

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I was very pleased with the way the course was delivered, in a safe and professional atmosphere. Jim (skid class) and Dan (high performance) were both very knowledgeable and helpful in getting me to reach the goals I had set for myself to achieve in these classes. Many thanks to them both and to all of the staff that made this a very memorable event. I still have a great deal more to learn and can't wait to come back.....Thank You!!! I look forward to seeing you again.

Tim

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AWESOME class we took today!!! AJ was outstanding. Learned a ton and best part is I won't worry so much about my 16 yr old son driving this winter... (note I said NOT so much... still worry J ) .. thanks all!

Tami

5 Stars

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I was impressed with your program and how much I personally benefited from it. The instruction really changed the way I look at driving and my relationship with the road ... Your passion for driving and your commitment to safety really comes across. You've got a great service and I would love to see everyone in Portland take your course!

Eileen

5 Stars

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I learned a lot about driving a car and had a great time doing it. My insurance company said I will qualify for a discount.

Steven

5 Stars

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Thanks for your time and expert direction during our session in the SkidCar. By safely allowing us an environment in which to experience how quickly things can get out of hand, you have taught us a new approach to our driving habits

Bob and Marian

5 Stars

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This program can be a life saver and can prove to be one of the best investments we can offer to those who drive in the Oregon winters.

John

5 Stars

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Your instructors displayed a high degree of experience and professionalism...

Michael

5 Stars

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