As a Security Driver, having a solid understanding of vehicles and driving is crucial. The market expects you to be knowledgeable about everything related to automobiles and driving. However, keeping up with the constant stream of new automotive information can be overwhelming, even for the most dedicated car enthusiasts.
This raises the question: do you need to be a car enthusiast to be a Security Driver?
While it isn’t a requirement, having a passion for cars certainly helps.
With that in mind, we’ve curated a brief list of Facebook Pages, YouTube Videos, and Magazines tailored for Security Driving enthusiasts.
Websites and Online Forums
Jalopnik – Focuses on car culture, industry news, and enthusiast content.
Vehicle Freak
Autoblog: Daily news, reviews, and car-buying advice.
Automoblog
The Truth About Cars
https://www.thetruthaboutcars.com
CarBuzz
ISDA Articles
https://isdacenter.org/articles/
LaSorsa Blog
Vehicle Dynamics Institute (VDI) Article
https://vehicledynamics.com/articles
ISDA Articles about Driving
https://securitydriver.com/category/driving-2
Car and Driver Reviews
On the top of the webpage, click review
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews
What is ADAS
https://www.synopsys.com/automotive/what-is-adas.html
CARADAS
https://caradas.com/what-is-adas/
IIHS
NHTSA
NHTSA
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/driver-assistance-technologies
YouTube Channels
Engineering Explained: In-depth videos on how car mechanics work and automotive technology.
https://www.youtube.com/@EngineeringExplained
Motor Trend Channel Features various shows about car reviews, customization, and racing
https://www.youtube.com/@MotorTrendWatch
Jay Lenos Garage
https://www.youtube.com/@jaylenosgarage
Car and Driver
https://www.youtube.com/@caranddriver
From The ISDA YouTube Channel
ISDA Shorts
https://www.youtube.com/@isdacenter/shorts
Armored Vehicle Playlist
Vehicles
Bosch has created a series of YouTube videos on ESC – ABS – 4×4
https://isdacenter.org/bosch-as-created-a-series-of-youtube-videos-on-esc-abs-4×4/
Books
Security Driving Books
https://isdacenter.org/resource/security-driving-books/
Executive Protection and Secure Transportation Books
https://isdacenter.org/resource/executive-protection-and-secure-transportation-books/
The Protective Circle: A Comprehensive Framework for Executive Protection Excellence – Christian West
The Professional’s Guide to Planning, Managing, and Providing Secure Transportation
Magazines
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Road and Track
Autoweek
Pro Driver
Vehicle Dynamics Magazine