Winter Terrain & Traction Control

Mountain passes and snow routes handle differently than dry pavement. Learn how to read conditions, manage your traction control, and handle a flat tire when you're stopped on a snowy shoulder. Who This is For Van owners planning to travel through mountain passes Anyone with (or considering) an onboard air compressor who wants to use it correctly in changing conditions What You'll Learn Snow & Ice Traction: How airing down changes your tire's grip on snowpack and ice, and when it helps or hurts on a grade. Mountain Pass Driving: Managing momentum, braking, and throttle on steep, switchback roads. Traction Control Systems: How your platform's AWD/4WD computer behaves on snow and ice, and when to override it. Tire Sock Fitting: Proper sizing and fitting technique for traction socks on van axles. Practiced in the shop, not for the first time on a dark roadside. Trail-Side Repairs: Jacking and lifting safely on slick surfaces, plugging a punctured tire, and valve core repair using a trail kit. Onboard Air: Running your compressor, managing duty cycles, and airing back up. Course Details Duration: 2 hours Format: Hands-on instruction with live demonstrations Vehicle Types: Sprinters, Transit, and adventure vans Location: Wolf Pack Overland Headquarters, Woodinville, WA Learn how to handle snow driving before you head out on mountain passes this winter.