AWD and 4WD sound similar in name but they are very different AWD is always active on most vehicles while 4WD can be customized depending on the situation A lot of people use the terms four-wheel ...

Back in the day, all we had were all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) to get the job done when going off-road. Nowadays, the automotive landscape is saturated with acronyms that promise ...

If you've ever shopped for an SUV, truck, or crossover, you've probably seen the terms AWD and 4WD used throughout advertisements and vehicle descriptions. At first glance, they may seem ...

The automotive industry tends to use two different terms for vehicles that can send power to all four wheels: four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). There are mild variations of both, with ...

When it comes to getting a job done, no matter the weather or terrain, AWD trucks are some of the most capable vehicles on the market. These hardy bruisers have some of the best ground clearance of ...

Winter driving can be tough depending on the vehicle you drive. Specific drivetrains work differently when taking on snow covered roads and each of them has pros or cons. While all-wheel drive and ...

(iSeeCars) – If you’re browsing vehicles you may notice some models come standard with front-wheel drive (FWD), but all-wheel drive (AWD) is available for a small upcharge. In order to decide which ...

While increasingly rare, some National Parks allow parkgoers to explore the nation's mesmerizing landscapes from the driver's seats of their off-road rigs. OHV trails are one of the most unique and ...

Charlen holds a BA Languages & Culture degree and has over a decade of experience in automotive journalism. His work experience includes stints at CAR Mag and News24 Motoring. Charlen didn't grow up ...