Even the most experienced off-road drivers love a big muddy splash but there are some steps to follow before putting a rubber toe in the water.

How deep is the crossing? Is it flowing too quickly? What’s the underwater surface like? And even though you might have a snorkel fitted, it’s not a reason to dive deep.

With a wading depth of up to 800 mm, crossing water in the Mazda BT-50 can be simple. It’s all about choosing the right conditions and taking the right steps, as you’ll see in this video.