Why Do Some 4WD Vehicles Have Two Gear Shifts?

The second shift lever in some 4WD vehicles has a specific job, and knowing when to use it can make a difference off-road or ...
autoevolution

AWD vs. 4WD: The Differences Between Them and Which One Is Better for You

There are a lot of misconceptions regarding all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD). Some say they are the exact same thing; others argue that they are completely different, and one is a much ...
The Drive

Welcome to Mini 4WD Racing, Where Tiny Cars Go Unbelievably Fast

Add The Drive (opens in a new tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results Mini ...
autoevolution

5 Production Models That Helped Make 4WD Popular in Passenger Cars

A 4WD system was once reserved for other types of vehicles. However, the five legends in this article broke new ground and proved the advantages of the system in passenger cars. During the 1960s, ...
The Drive

AWD vs. 4WD: Know the Differences

When cars first gained popularity, rear-wheel drive (RWD) was the preferred method of propulsion. It also happened to be the only choice. But front-wheel drive (FWD) later took over the mainstream ...
Cars

What’s the Difference Between AWD and 4WD?

When we talk about vehicles that can handle inclement weather or off-road use, many folks turn to cars with all-wheel drive (AWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD, or sometimes 4×4). AWD is a system or mode ...
Outside

4WD vs. AWD: What’s the Difference?

Why do Subarus work better than Jeeps in some conditions and vice versa? The answer is in the way they power their wheels. Even if all four are driven, the way power gets to them—and what that does ...