LOW 4 ADVENTURES CHALLENGE

RULES & REGULATIONS

This event shall be conducted under the National Competition Rules of Australian Auto-Sport Alliance, these
regulations, and any further regulations or bulletins which may be released.

These Rules and Regulations are the property of LOW 4 ADVENTURES and are not to be copied or reused in any way
with our prior permission of LOW 4 ADVENTURES Event Committee.

Any clarification or information required in regards to the rules and regulations can be obtained from the Event
Committee [email protected].

1. Event Schedule
Sat 7th March

7.30am Briefing and Scrutineering

9.30am Racing starts stages 1-5

Night stage 6

Sat 8th March

7.00am Briefing

8.00am Racing starts stages 7-10

Presentations

2. Event Format
A. Stages will be varied with a major emphasis on safety. Stages will be designed to test ‘Off Road Driving’ and
‘Recovery Skills’, first and foremost. The stage results will determine the place getters. Scoring will be a combination
of the elapsed time, less any penalties incurred by teams, as specified, in the competition rules.

B. The Clerk of Course will head the Event Committee. The Committee will be officials appointed by the Clerk of the
Course.

3. Nominations
A. Only entries completed by the official nomination method and accompanied by the correct fee will be accepted.
B. All competitors (each driver AND co-driver) must hold a current AASA Club Off Road Racing Licence ($75 per
year), or an AASA Club Off Road Single Event Licence ($25) for the appropriate dates. All competitors are responsible
for completing their registration paperwork with the AASA. The applications can be found online at:
https://aasa.com.au/off-road/.
It is recommended you ensure your nomination has been accepted and there are sufficient numbers in your class
prior to applying for this licence.
C. Late entries may not be accepted.
4. Vehicle Classes
Weekend Warrior

A. A minimum of 5 competitors per class are required in order for a class to qualify for prize money.

B. Prize money will be proportionate to the number of vehicles in the class. (i.e. the more competitors in a class, the
more the prize money there will be)

C. Vehicles may continue to compete in a class with less than competitors; they will not qualify for prize money.

D. the Weekend Warrior class will have a maximum of 10 entries, or as otherwise determined by the Event
Committee.

E. Team Challenge (will be held on Sunday morning)

5. Fees
All entries receive camping and an entry for 4 people in the Weekend Warrior Class at a cost of $200.

6. Scrutineering and Equipment Check

A. Vehicles and all equipment are required to be available at the appointed time. A team representative must be
present during these checks.

B. Vehicles must be presented in a ready to start condition including all compulsory equipment.

C. Vehicles that fail the inspection process will render the entrant liable for exclusion. A second and final inspection
at a later time may be carried out. Vehicles must pass the second process, or they may be excluded from starting the
event.

D. Teams that are excluded from starting the event will forfeit their nomination fees.

E. Weekend Warrior vehicles are required to be registered, unless otherwise specifically approved by the Clerk of
Course.

F. Competitors are responsible for ensuring their competition vehicle complies with these Rules and Regulations.

G. All vehicles will be checked to ensure working brakes, no pillar rust, structural integrity and good general
mechanical condition. Vehicles are expected to be in reasonable condition. (i.e. this competition is not a demolition
derby).

7. General Rules
A. The event is open to 4-wheel drive vehicles, providing the vehicle currently or previously has been sold to the
general public by the manufacturer. Prototype vehicles are not allowed.

B. Unusual or extraordinary 4-wheel drive vehicles can be considered for entry. Any vehicle failing to comply with
any of the rules and regulations contained in this event guide is required to apply for an exemption to the Clerk of
Course, stating the regulations that the vehicle fails to comply with. Each request will be considered on its merit. An
exemption will only be granted when the Event Committee is satisfied that the vehicle has no unfair advantage over
other competing vehicles and no safety aspects have been ignored. Failure to apply for an exemption prior to the
vehicle and equipment check may exclude the participant from starting the event.

C. The Stage Manager will be in charge of any recovery operations during stages by either controlling the recovery
personally or by nominating an official as the Recovery Leader. In the interest of safety all competitors must abide by
the Recovery Leader’s instructions. Only one Recovery Leader will be nominated for any situation.

D. All competitors must wear completely enclosed footwear during all stages.
E. Window nets and helmets must be used while the vehicle is competing. Nets are required to be able to be
removed within 5 seconds from inside or outside of the vehicle. Failure to have nets secured or installed correctly
during a stage will result in a major penalty. Each net will cover no less than 70% of the opening. Nets are to be of a
professional standard i.e. Grandma’s curtains or seatbelts stapled together are not acceptable as window nets.
Window nets are to stop the driver and co-driver from body and limbs exiting the vehicle in the event of a rollover.

F. Helmets are to be of the full face or open face ADR complied motorcycle type helmets. No push bike helmets.

G. Competitors are not required to supply a marshal but encouraged.

8. Compulsory Equipment
A. All competing vehicles MUST carry a minimum of the following:

1. A minimum of one 1.8kg or two 0.9kg operable dry powder fire extinguishers, mounted securely, within
easy reach of the driver and co-driver. Minimum standard AS1841.5
2. Winch (refer section 51 for minimum requirements)
3. Minimum 8,000kg Snatch strap
4. Minimum 8,000kg tree trunk protector (minimum width 75mm)
5. 1 x Snatch block, minimum 8,000kg
6. 2 pair finger enclosed leather or material gloves (material gloves only allowed when using synthetic winch
rope)
7. 2 x shackles to be rated at 3.25t or better
8. 2 x 1kg (dry weight) cable dampeners (500mm x 900mm recommended size)
9. 1 x10mt, 8,000kg winch extension
10. 10lt of drinking water (may be carried in camelbacks)
11. Helmets and window nets for drivers and co-driver (Refer Section 7)
12. Window nets that cover a minimum of 70% of the window opening. (Manufactured units)
13. GPS Unit (must be able to have coordinates entered into the unit)
14. Closed in shoes for driver and co-driver
15. Neck brace for driver and co-driver
16. A basic first aid kit
17. Jack, wheel brace and spare tyre assembly

9. Cage Requirements
A. the Weekend Warrior class does not require roll cages. This class will have no winch walls greater than 2m in
height and will comprise of gullies and short course type stages.

B. Drivers and co-drivers are reminded that they are responsible for their own safety and should pre-inspect all
tracks prior to driving and know their own driving and vehicle capabilities.

10. Radio Equipment

A. All vehicles must have a UHF (477 MHz) radio and must be tuned to the competition channel (UHF#10) at all
times. A 20-point penalty may apply if not adhered to. We recommend all teams have a handheld or portable UHF so
they can be contacted at all times when outside of their vehicle.

B. During the Stages the UHF radio must be tuned to the assigned stage channel and returned to competition
channel (10) once vehicle has moved from finish gate.

C. Stage channels will be as signed at the start box.

D. Bluetooth headsets are allowed and encouraged for driver and co-driver communications.
 Vehicle Specifications
11. Body / Chassis
A. Body/Chassis Approved:

 Modify body etc: - Wagon into ute/dual cab

 Guards may be modified, but no sharp edges allowed
 Install aftermarket gauges and accessories
 Body lift
 Front and side windows to be approved glass
 Front door glass may be removed
 Half doors with side impact bars are approved
 Must have bonnet covering moving parts (belts, pulleys etc)

B. Body/Chassis Not Approved:

 Tube Frame Chassis

D. Weekend Warrior class is required to have standard OEM seatbelts, mounted in OEM positions. Condition Of
seatbelts, mount points and structural integrity of the pillars surrounding will be heavily scrutinised.

E. Weekend Warrior class is required to have full A and B pillars. Soft top vehicles, such as Suzuki Sierra’s etc, will
have steel sports type roll bar behind B pillar for extra protection.

F. The chassis can be strengthened.

G. Rear wheel steering is not allowed.

H. A recovery point (painted red) is required for both the front and rear of the vehicle and if mounted to the chassis
a minimum of two 12mm, or four 10mm, grade 8 (or equivalent) high tensile bolts be used. Minimum recovery point
is a rated lifting lug (1.4T) with a 19mm thread.

I. Items carried in the vehicle must be secured while the vehicle is in motion.

J. Bonnets must remain but may be modified, for example, cooling vents, guards.

12. Engines
A. All competing vehicles exhausts must finish no less than 300mm behind the cab on a ute, and behind the rear diff
on a wagon.

B. Weekend Warrior Class – Any safety installed combinations of your choice. Must be Blue Plated.

13. Fuel Systems

A. Pump fuel only

B. LPG is allowed to be fitted to petrol and diesel motors.

C. No nitrous gas is allowed in any class.

D. All fuel/gas tanks must be suitably protected from reasonable external object penetration, i.e. manufacturer’s
location or more protected.

E. The Clerk of Course or their representative reserves the right to reject any fuel tank that is deemed to be unsafe
and reserves the right to reject any fuel tank/system that is deemed to be unsafe.
Note: Extra fuel can only be stored in 20 litre fuel drums or containers that meet AS1940/NZS2906 or higher in order
to comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and the Dangerous Goods Act 1985. There is a
maximum of 2 x 20 litre containers per bay at any one time.

14. Transmission
A. Open

15. Driveline
A. All vehicles must have an operatable handbrake (this will be checked in scrutineering).

B. No reduction hubs or portal/drop axles allowed.

C. No individual wheel braking systems allowed. Only handbrake on tail shaft or rear wheels.

16. Suspension & Steering

Weekend Warrior Class

 Only a single shock per corner allowed, unless OE

 Powered or manually operated active suspension that adjusts each wheel individually is not allowed.
 Full hydro steer is not allowed

17. Wheels & Tyres

Weekend Warrior Class – Maximum 35” tyres, any safe wheel and tyre combination.

18. Electrical System

A. Multi battery systems are allowed

19. Winch
A. Winch electric or hydraulic.

B. Minimum 8000lb

C. Weekend Warrior

 Single motor only

 12v only
 Contractor packs allowed
 OEM drum
 No air free spool

D. Winch cable must be in serviceable condition.

E. Winch cable hooks must have a working safety catch (no open hooks).

F. Winch cables must not be made from steel. All winch cables are to be made out of synthetic rope. It is the
owner’s responsibility that the synthetic rope is rated the same or better than the standard cable used on the
vehicles winches.

G. Synthetic rope will be spliced.

H. Winch cables are to be fully spooled at the start and finish of each stage.
I. Winch cable is not allowed to be wrapped at the finish of a stage unless the winch is in an inoperable condition.
Any protruding “horns” must not be pointy and be made of material with a minimum radius of 50mm, length and
distance apart are open.

J. Rigging will be done to the safe working capacity of the equipment.

K. Cable dampener can be attached to hook.

L. Cable dampener is to be placed in centre third of each section of winch cable or strap at start of recovery.

20. Camp Sites & Support Crew

A. Competitors will be required to supply the details of the people camping with them (in the competitor only
camping area) this may be by name or vehicle number plate.

B. Campsites, assembly, holding and working areas, are to be left clean.

C. Competitors are responsible for all people staying in their camp. If campers and camp areas are not kept under
control and / or cause issues for other campers or competitors, the team will receive a 200-point penalty for the first
offence and will be disqualified and asked to leave the property on a second offence. No refund will be given if asked
to leave the competition.

21. Advertising
A. Competitors are allowed to fix any kind of advertising to their vehicles provided that:

 It is not offensive
 Does not encroach into areas reserved for event sponsors, competition numbers and event decals.
(Maximum sized area required for the competition number and event decals is 300mm x 300mm)
 Event decals shall be fitted to reserved areas when supplied. A 30-point penalty will apply for non-fitment of
each event decal.
 Banners, posters etc for team sponsors may be displayed at your camp site only. Any advertising of non-
event sponsors outside of the camp area will be removed.

22. Regulations for Stages

A. Driver and co-driver (must be minimum of 18 years of age in the event year) are the only persons allowed in the
competing vehicle during a stage. The driver must have a current Driver’s Licence issued by any motor authority that
is recognised under the Australian Motor Traffic Act

B. Driver and co-driver will wear a certified crash helmet complying with AASA Appendix 4 – Apparel Requirements _
Off Road Club standard: httpaasa.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/170605-04-Apparel-Requirements-V1.2pdf,
while competing, and in a moving vehicle stage.

C. Starting order for all stages will be drawn at random.

D. Driver and co-driver combination will remain the same for the entire event, alternating between driver and co-
driver for any particular stage is not allowed unless the Clerk of Course specifies otherwise. Where injury or sickness
occurs and, after approval from the Clerk of Course that person may be changed.

E. Driver and co-driver must be seated and secured in the vehicle and have the most forward part of vehicle aligned
with start pegs. All recovery equipment is to be securely stored at the start and finish of each stage.

F. Timing of the stage will cease when the vehicle has come to a stop in the finish garage (entry into finish garage is
to be forward unless directed otherwise) with driver and co-driver secured in the vehicle. For the team challenge,
time will stop once the last vehicle has crossed the finish line. Competitors shall not move from the finish garage
until directed by an official.
G. Competitors must start in their designated order, unless the Clerk of Course grants prior permission for a change
in the running order. Any vehicle not ready to start at the time the previous vehicle leaves the start without a
reasonable excuse may be deemed a non-starter and a DNS recorded.

H. When the DNF time is not achieved by any competitor, points will be awarded from fastest to slowest, minus
penalties. The Clerk of Course reserves the right to increase the DNF time at any time.

I. Stages can be marked by pegs, bunting or stated as a formed track.

J. Competitors when directed by an official must immediately remove themselves and their vehicle from the course.

K. Competitors will be ready to race when the team starting in front of them leaves the start line. If a team fails to be
ready to start by this time, they will be called to the start line by the Stage Manager, at which time you will have 5
minutes to get to the start position or contact the Stage Manager to advise as to why you are not ready to race.
Failure to start by this stage will result in a DNS.

L. Stage will close 10 minutes after the last competing vehicle has finished, competitors will be notified at this time.

M. No alcohol or recreational drugs are to be consumed prior to or during the running of stages. Alcohol testing will
be carried out on drivers and co-drivers prior to, and during competition stages each day.

 Any competitor, driver or co-driver, that records a test any higher than 0.01 will result in their team being
classed as a DNS for that stage. Once the driver or co-driver has been retested and is under the 0.01 limit,
they may re-join the competition. Any stages missed in this time will be forfeited by the team. All P plate
drivers must record a 0.00 level of alcohol breath test.

N. The Clerk of Course reserves the right to modify or add supplementary rules and regulations and decide on
matters not specifically covered in the Offroad Challenge “Rules and Regulations” and allocate the penalty points at
their discretion.

O. Stage awards will be calculated on highest points.

P. A holding area will be set out for competing vehicles. All vehicles are to remain in the holding area unless they are
competing on the stage, travelling between holding areas or stages, travelling to the start line or from the finish line.

Q. All vehicles will travel together when transporting between holding areas at no more than 10km per hour.

R. The property has a 10kmp/h speed limit. Any vehicle found exceeding the 10kmp/h speed limit will receive a 50-
point penalty and a DNS on the next stage.

S. You must call “Clear Winching” any time a vehicle is about to commence forward/reverse motion during a
recovery.

23. Stage & Vehicle Penalties

A. When all four wheels of a vehicle cross the boundary of the course the competitor may receive a DNF.

B. A 10-point penalty will be incurred when:

 A vehicle straddles a peg

 A vehicle knocks over a boundary peg
 A vehicle breaks the bunting
 A driver or co-driver holds or removes bunting to improve vehicle approach or departure line
 Trees are run over or damaged to improve line; this will be at the direction of the Stage Manager or
attending event official

Please note:
  Any designated trees or markers that are intentionally damaged or knocked over, will result in a DNF being
awarded for that stage, the Clerk of Course reserves the right to replace the tree with a marker should this
happen
 Special designated pegs or bunting marking a stage, if broken, will incur a 30-point penalty
 If a competitor or other equipment (this excludes the vehicle) breaks the bunting or knocks over a peg
during winching operations, there will be no penalty provided the damage is repaired prior to entering the
finish garage

C. Penalties for a driver or co-driver not wearing a seat belt, helmet or riding on the outside of the vehicle are:

 *First offence: 100-point penalty and a DNF

 *Second offence: 200-point penalty and a DNF
 *Third offence in same day: Event Disqualification
 A 50-point penalty will be incurred for either driver or co-driver not having the seat belt on correctly, e.g.
seat belt not over the shoulder, helmet not secured correctly etc

D. Teams will DNF if they receive outside assistance.

E. Teams that DNS a stage will incur no point penalties if an accepted reason is given. DNS without an accepted
reason will incur a 100-point penalty.

F. Lost or insecure recovery equipment at the finish of a stage will incur a 10-point penalty.

G. Techniques that are deemed to be unsafe shall incur a 20-point penalty, these include:

 Jumping over or going under a winch cable while anchored or moving dampener while winching.
Competitors are allowed to move in on a live cable to reposition the cable dampener or to affect repairs to
the vehicle. ** When the rope, cable, strap etc is connected at both ends to a fixed point (whether on the
car or winch anchor point), the cable, strap &/or rope etc is “LIVE”.
 Failure to clear an area prior to snatching or winching
 Continue to stand in front of the vehicle whilst winching
 Handling a winch cable or hook with no gloves
 Failure to use a cable dampener during recovery operations
 Failing to use another cable dampener when direction of cable is changed, e.g. using a snatch block
 Carrying winch cable while still attached to anchor point and vehicle in motion
 Continuing any unsafe practice after official warning
 Helmet incorrectly secured whilst in a moving vehicle
 Unsecured or partially secured window net in a moving vehicle
 Driving over cable or strap with wheel

H. Excessive wheel spin, (including while vehicle being winched) after being warned by official.

 2nd warning: 10-point penalty

 3rd warning: 20-point penalty
 4th warning: 30point penalty and DNF

I. No driver or co-driver shall engage in abusive, obscene language or improper behaviour toward themselves, other
competitors or officials. If this occurs, a minimum of 50 points and a DNF will apply.

J. Only the driver and co-driver are to be in the vehicle on stage, i.e. no passengers are permitted to ride in the
vehicle.

K. Failure to follow “Stage/Course Directions” whether verbal or written will incur a 20-point penalty.

L. Failure to use a tree protector during winching operations will result in a DNS being recorded for the stage.

M. It is possible to go into a negative score at any Stage.

24. General Event Regulations

A. Controlled Winch Area – Gate: The vehicle must come to a complete stop in a “Controlled Area” before the gate
can be opened. The only exemption to this rule is if the vehicle is already being winched into the area, in which case
the gate can be opened prior to the vehicle entering. If the gate is pre opened under any other conditions a 20-point
penalty will apply. A DNF will be awarded if vehicle does not stop.

B. Vehicle will only have one attempt to drive out of the “Controlled Area”. If forward momentum is not achieved,
then you must winch. When 2 wheels roll out of the “Controlled Area”, you then must winch. When 2 wheels enter a
“Controlled Area” you are deemed to have entered the area and must winch through gate.

C. When vehicle has lost forward momentum on entering an obstacle or slop, you may have one extra attempt, but if
the vehicle has no forward momentum, recovery must commence without further attempts at driving. A 20-point
penalty will apply for every attempt after the second is made.

25. Parts
A. Breakdowns and repairs must be completed in the designated Competition Holding/Pit Area. If parts required are
carried by the competitor there will be no penalty incurred for field repairs. If tools or parts have to be sourced from
camp, other competitors or outside the Event Base for repairs, there will be a 20-point penalty.
Please note:

 Teams may nominate one (1) “Team Assistant” to assist with repairs. The “Team Assistant” must be
prepared to assist other Teams when requested. The request must be directed to the Clerk of Course who
will then direct the “Team Assistant” to assist the requesting Team if warranted. Refusal of request by “Team
Assistant” may exclude him/her from assisting his/her nominated Team.
 Fellow competitors are allowed and encouraged to assist with repairs and loan tools that are carried in their
competing vehicle.
 Sundry type supplies are allowed to be given to their competitors without a penalty being recorded and use
of specialized tools is also allowed.
 In the interest of making this event fair for everyone, it is in the competitors’ best interest to report to the
Clerk of Course any Team that tries to circumvent this rule. Any Team that attempts to do so will incur a 100-
point penalty

B. When all competitors in your group have completed the stage, the group will then be allowed to leave the stage
or finish area to return to base or move to the next stage. When a competitor “HOLD” area has been designated, you
must and wait with the vehicle until directed to move to the next Stage. Groups will stay together unless directed by
the Clerk of Course. A 20-point penalty will apply to any infringements of rules A and B.

26. Scoring
A. Timed stages will be scored to the 10th of a second.

B. Teams that DNF or DNS a stage with an accepted reason will receive zero points. Teams that complete the stage
will be allocated points in order of merit from fastest to slowest as follows:

1st – 100 10th - 69 19th - 55 28th - 46

2nd -95 11th - 67 20th - 54 29th - 45
3rd – 90 12th - 65 21st - 53 30th - 44
4th – 86 13th - 63 22nd - 52 31st - 43
5th – 82 14th - 61 23rd - 51 32nd - 42
6th – 79 15th - 59 24th - 50 33rd -41
7th – 76 16th - 58 25th - 49 34th - 40
8th – 73 17th - 57 26th - 48 35th -39
9th – 71 18th - 56 27th - 47 36th - 38

C. If 2 or more competitors finish a Stage with the same elapsed time and same penalties, they shall be awarded
equal points and placing in the Stage. The competitor with the next fastest time shall be placed according to their
own finishing positioning in that Stage. The placing left vacant due to the tie will not be allocated.
D. In case of a tied score at the end of the competition, the winner will be decided by a count back. The winner being
the one with the least amount of penalties incurred. If this fails to break the tie, total time of all Stages will be used,
the fastest time will win.

27. Protest
A. Protests by a competitor must be made direct to the Clerk of Course within 30 minutes of the last vehicle crossing
the finish line for the day stages. All protests must be submitted with $100, which shall be forfeited if the protest is
dismissed. Forfeited monies will be donated to charity.

B. Members of the Event Committee shall be required to judge on any formal protest and must have a 2/3 Majority
for the protest to be upheld.

28. Prohibited Behaviour

A. No competitor shall seek favour from, influence, manipulate, obstruct or interfere with the duties of any member
of the Competition Committee, marshals or volunteers.

B. Under no circumstances shall pegs or bunting be moved or changed prior, during or after a stage by a competitor
or any other person. The Clerk of Course reserves the right to disqualify any competitor from doing so or asking any
other person to leave.

29. Media Crisis Management

The media has a right to report news that they see fit. It is important that anything we do reflects positively on our
chosen recreation of off-road activities and ensures we are viewed as a responsible organisation. Potential adverse
media or public interest may be generated by an incident at the event, which could threaten the reputation of the
event or organisation in the future. An incident is defined as a direct result of event activities that affects the safety
of any person engaged in event activities and/or exposes any deficiency in safety or management protection
procedures.

It is the aim of the Event Committee to ensure a safe and incident free event. However, with any type of motorsport
there is an element of danger an unplanned incident is not unusual. Any incident has the potential to become a
media crisis, e.g. personal injury, vehicle accident or environmental concerns. Competitors are advised to leave all
media questions to the Clerk of Course.

30. Rights of Organisers

A. The Event Committee has a right to:

 Refuse any entry, without giving any reason whatsoever.

 Abandon, cancel, postpone or shorten the course without due notice in the event of any unforeseen
circumstances. No claims of any kind shall be entertained due to this.
 Exclude any person or vehicle, which fails to meet the event guidelines as set out above.
 Cancel any stage at any time including when some competitors have already completed the section for any
reason whatsoever.
 Disqualify any competitor who fails to abide by any rules set out above and any supplementary amendments
or any instructions from the event officials. If this occurs there will be no refund of nomination fee.

31. Indemnity
Every person participating in and volunteering at the event must sign a Waiver, Release, Consent and Indemnity
form prior to their participation in or volunteering at the event.
Officials, event sponsors and landowners will not be held liable in any accident, causing injury or damage to the
participants or their vehicles during the course of the event (to extend permitted by law).
Officials, event sponsors and landowners will not be held liable for any breach of by laws or regulations. The
participant will be responsible for any accidents or breach of laws in which liability may arise and shall indemnity and
keep indemnified (to the extent permitted by law) Low 4 Adventure officials, event sponsors and land owners from
any liability, claim or cause of action that maybe brought against those parties in relation to any matter or thing
arising from the event by signing the Waiver, Release, Consent and Indemnity form.

32. Refunds
All nomination fees are to be paid in advance by the date specified on the nomination form. The nomination fee is
non-refundable, except in limited circumstances at the sole discretion of the Clerk of Course.

33. Interpretation
For the purposes of these rules, except to the extent that the context otherwise requires:

Competitor: means any driver, co-driver or other person competing in the event

DNF: means ‘did not finish’

DNS: means ‘did not start’

Driver: means the person responsible for controlling the motor vehicle during the event

Co-driver means the passenger of the vehicle, or the navigator/navi as commonly known