Drifting, High-Speed Driving and Road Trips The Driving Experience is not Just About Getting from A 

Drifting on snow in Sweden, racetracks in Italy, or record laps at Silesia Ring – That is the world of the DRŽVOLANT project. Yet its core idea is surprisingly simple: to teach every driver to understand their car before they ever need to save it.

How long has DRŽVOLANT been operating, and why?

DRŽVOLANT has been operating for six years. The initial impulse was straightforward – I wanted to show people that driving is not just about getting from point A to point B, but a skill that can be improved and, above all, enjoyed. At the same time, I saw that many drivers don’t know the limits of their car or their own abilities. And it is precisely in these situations that mistakes, stress and accidents occur. That’s why the idea was born to combine fun, adrenaline and real improvement in driving skills.

What makes the project different today, and what was the hardest part?

Today, DRŽVOLANT is much further ahead – We’ve worked with hundreds of clients, built a strong community, and, most importantly, we clearly understand what we can genuinely pass on to people. We’ve shifted from a “driving experience” to real progress. It’s no longer just about going for a ride, but about understanding the car, gaining confidence, and improving as a driver. The hardest part in the beginning was building trust. Explaining to people that it’s not just fun with cars, but something that has a real impact on their driving and safety.

Would you do anything differently today?

Honestly – Probably not. Of course, today I would do some things more efficiently, but those mistakes were necessary. At the start, we tried to do everything for everyone. Now we know how important it is to have a clear direction and communication. Those difficult moments teach you the most – And without them, the project wouldn’t be where it is today.

Do you drive in regular traffic or on dedicated tracks? What does the driving experience look like?

Our events take place mainly on closed tracks and circuits, where you can safely explore the limits of both the car and yourself.

The experience begins with a briefing, where we explain the fundamental principles. Then the client gets into the car with an instructor and gradually works through different situations – From steering control and braking to handling a skid or driving at the limit.

Alongside that, we also run themed events – Drift courses, track days and racing experiences. A significant part of what we do are also road trips, where people can enjoy driving in unique environments – For example in Romania, Italy or Dubai, drifting on snow in Sweden, or taking on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife.

What would you teach every driver in the first hour?

First and foremost, a change in mindset. Most people tend to “fight” the car. But driving shouldn’t be a battle – It should be a dialogue between the person and the machine. The car is constantly communicating – Through the steering wheel, the pedals, and its behaviour on the road. Once you learn to perceive this communication, you start working with it rather than against it.

If I had to teach someone one key thing within an hour, I would focus on critical situations. Putting the driver in a safe environment where they can experience what happens during a skid, how it occurs, and, most importantly, how to handle it. Because this is exactly the kind of experience that ultimately makes the difference in real traffic.

Is it better to try your car rather than your own?

Definitely – In your own car, there’s a natural barrier of “I don’t want to break anything”. In our cars, people allow themselves to push further, and that’s exactly how they learn more. What often surprises them most is what the car is actually capable of – And how much of the limit existed only in their own head.

Can a complete beginner join?

Absolutely – And in fact, it’s ideal. We work with complete beginners as well as experienced drivers, and everyone takes something different away. A beginner gains confidence and control over the car, while a more advanced driver moves forward and gets rid of bad habits. The whole experience is designed so that you feel comfortable, but still leave as a better driver than when you arrived.

What motivates me most is that moment when someone steps out of the car with a smile and says, “Wow, I had no idea.” That’s exactly why we do it.