Avoid damage to the countryside by irresponsible driving. Leave all gates as you find them. Don't always assume that gates should be closed across farmland dividing fields. It is possible that the farmer may well have left that gate open for a reason. But if in doubt, close it. Use your common sense.

When passing or overtaking other users, be courteous at all times and thank them if they have stood aside to let you pass. If you have done your homework correctly, you have as much right as they have to be using the route. Stop for those approaching on bicycle, trial bike and horse, to let them pass. For horses, switch your engine off.

Think of yourself as a visitor to the countryside and respect the environment. Drive slowly: three to four miles per hour is about right.

Enjoy the countryside. Don't wreck it by driving too fast. Remember you can be spotted a long way off by other users and by local people, especially if you are driving recklessly.

It pays to spread out with a couple of hundred metres between each vehicle, which makes passing vehicles coming the opposite direction so much easier.

This is where the CB proves to be most useful. The lead vehicle can advise those behind as to oncoming traffic.

Always be aware of other users

Remember, to make sure that each vehicle keeps sight of the one following it, so as not to lose them en route. Convoy rules must always apply.

Four-wheel drive systems

Before driving off-road, let's take a look at the various four-wheel drive systems that Land Rover use on Series I, II & III, 90 and 110, Discovery and Classic Range Rover.

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