Driver Training that Saves Lives!
Stats Canada reports that motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among drivers in their first 10 years of driving. They account for over 70 percent of accidental deaths in that age group.
In an effort to reduce this risk and save lives, UCR collaborates with the BMW Trillium Club to deliver the Tire Rack Street Survival School in the GTA. This program is designed for relatively new drivers, within their first 10 years of driving, IN ANY CAR. There is no need to be a member of either the BMW Club or UCR to participate. This is a community service initiative, and the cost is only $125 including HST, for a full day of training, lunch and refreshments.
The Tire Rack Street Survival School goes beyond traditional driver education programs; the primary emphasis of the program is a “hands-on” driving experience with in-car skills-development in a closely supervised environment. Participants perform a series of exercises designed to teach the handling limits of their cars and make them safer drivers. Where else would students learn these skills and have the opportunity to practice them, before needing to use these skills in an emergency?
Next Event:
- November 3, 2024, 9am-5pm
- Canadian Tire Motorsports Park Driver Development Centre
Registration:
Click HERE to register as a student
We need solo DE drivers who can volunteer as an exercise leader or in-car coach, and we need general volunteers who can help with registration, tech inspection, course setting and course management. It’s a fun and rewarding day for all! Lunch and beverages are included. Smiles are guaranteed.
Features:
Improve confidence & skills • Learn limits of traction • Car control • Crash avoidance • Emergency manoeuvres • One-on-one, in-car coaching • Demos • Interactive classes
Recent Student Comments:
- “Such a fantastic day – it will make me a better driver for sure.”
- “Excellent experience – a must do for all drivers.”
- “I enjoyed myself, and learned a lot.”
- “The in-car real life simulations were eye-opening and enlightening.”
- “Loved it! Tons of fun! Great safe environment to figure out car limits.”
- “Lots of learning and lots of fun in a friendly and supportive environment!”
See our Facebook page for additional comments and photos from past events.
What to Expect:
For more information, check out these articles and videos from past students, parents and volunteers:
- “Because Dad Thinks It’s a Good Idea”, by Kieron von Buchstab, Student
- “First Person Driver: Part One | Part Two” – by Andy Lin, Student
- “Street Survival from a Parent’s Perspective” – featuring Scott Goodyear, Indy Car Champion
- “A Parent’s Perspective” – by Frank Valente
- “A Father’s Perspective” – by Dan Fanelli
- “What it is and Why Do We Do It?” – by Tom Arndt, Student, Parent & Volunteer
What to Bring:
- A valid Ontario G2 or G Driver’s Licence, or equivalent. A G1 licence is not accepted.
- A car (alternatively, one car can be shared between 2 participants) – cars are NOT provided. Participants are encouraged to use the car they normally drive so they learn how their car would perform in an emergency.