Master the Vehicle Prototype Walkthrough

Need help with the Master the Vehicle Prototype side quest in Tears of the Kingdom? Follow our guide to find Fernison, get a Steering Stick, and complete the test course.

Alright, so you want to tackle the Master the Vehicle Prototype quest in Tears of the Kingdom? No problem! First things first, you'll need to head to Tarrey Town. It's chilling on Lake Akkala, way up in the northeastern part of the map. Look for a circular island with a land bridge connecting to the east. The quest isn't right in the town, though. Veer northwest of Tarrey Town; you'll find a little area set up like a makeshift course. That's where you need to be.

Once you get there, you'll spot an NPC named Fernison having a bit of a tiff with two Gerudo. Go chat with Fernison to kick off the side quest. She's built this awesome prototype vehicle but has no clue how to actually steer it. If you've been messing around with building stuff, you might already know what's up. If not, don't sweat it – I've got you covered.

The key to controlling this thing is a Zonai device called the Steering Stick. You might already have one stashed in your inventory. If not, no worries! There's a device dispenser just south of Fernison's spot, along the coast. It’s got a few items in it, so you might not get the Steering Stick on your first try, depending on how many Zonai Charges you feed it. Just a heads-up, this dispenser is also part of the 'Secrets Within' side quest, so you're hitting two birds with one stone!

After you snag a Steering Stick, head back to Fernison. She'll be clueless about how to use it, so you can just go ahead and slap it onto the vehicle yourself. She'll then want to see this contraption in action and will set up a test course for you. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to drive over all the lit-up lights and then make your way back to the start, all within a three-minute time limit. Oh, and a couple of crucial rules: you can't let go of the steering stick, and you can't stray too far off the course. Mess either of those up, and it's back to square one!

When the timer starts, grab hold of that Steering Stick and get moving. There are only four lights, and they're all pretty close together. Hit all of them, then hightail it back to the starting point to wrap things up. Fernison will hook you up with a Silver Rupee and a Sleepover Ticket for your troubles. That ticket's good for one free night in a regular bed at any stable. Plus, finishing this quest unlocks 'The Tarrey Town Race Is On!' side quest, so you're making good progress!