Cross a ditch "A", log, or rocky step "B" at an angle. This will allow three tires to push the vehicle past the obstacle with a minimum of tire spin. This technique will also help the vehicle's rear overhang clear the obstacle.

Straddle deep ruts "A" even if they are wider than your vehicle. This will keep your vehicle level and avoid a sidehill condition. Straddle small to medium sized rocks "B". The lowest point on a Range Rover is eight inches under the differentials and the axle tubes have eleven inches of clearance. Remember that the differentials are in line and located to the right of center.

Place a tire on large rocks and drive over them. If you straddle a large rock you will get high-centered and possibly damage the vehicle's undercarriage.

Be aware of points on the vehicle that are vulnerable to damage when traversing rocky areas: differentials, transfer case, trailing arm brackets, track rod and rear overhang.

Know your vehicles dimensions, heighth, width, and length, so that you can pass safely under, over, or beside obstacles. In tight spots it is best to pass obstacles close to the left side of the vehicle so that the driver has a clear view of the problem.

Never follow another vehicle closely in a difficult situation, up or down steep hills, deep mud, sand or snow, or difficult rocky areas. Let the lead vehicle clear the difficult section before you enter it. The lead vehicle may have to back up to clear an obstacle, it may get stuck and need assistance, or it may lose control and slide down a hill in your direction.

In mud, sand, and hard snow do not spin your wheels once the vehicle has stopped moving. Spinning wheels will dig the vehicle in deeper and make the recovery job more difficult. When the wheels start to spin, ease off the throttle and allow tires to slow down and regain traction. If traction is lost and the vehicle is barely moving, feed in a little throttle and whip the steering wheel quickly from side to side to allow the front tires to hunt for traction.

Never cross a steep hill at an angle. This can cause a roll. If you get into a sidehill situation, straighten out as quickly as possible. Always climb straight up a hill and descend straight down a hill. Use engine braking to control your descent. Don't use the clutch or turn off the engine of an automatic transmission equipped vehicle.