How It Works: FWD vs. RWD vs. AWD vs. 4WD

A guide to the differences and which system is best for youBy Consumer ReportsFoul weather, deep snow, and muddy roads can ...
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What's the Difference Between AWD and 4WD?

The difference between all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD) is a topic of confusion for many car, truck, and SUV buyers. Both systems send power to the wheels where traction is needed most ...
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噂のマツダ 4WD「i-ACTIV AWD」を北海道の雪上で試す！(1/2)

マツダの4WDにおける最大の特長「予兆制御」とは マツダのAWDが意外と「凄い」とかねてから聞いていたのだが、ようやくそれをトライするチャンスがやってきた。 北海道の北西部に位置するマツダの冬季テストコース、剣淵試験場でマツダの4WD「i-ACTIV AWD ...
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AWD Vs. 4WD: Which Style You Should Choose For Outdoor Adventures, Per An Automotive Expert

When it comes to choosing outdoor adventure gear, there are a lot of decisions to be made. While the majority of the essential gear list is focused on items for personal comfort and safety, including ...
Car Watch

【特別企画】岡本幸一郎の新型SUV「CX-3」などマツダの4WDモデル一 ...

次元の違うアクティブオンデマンド式のマツダ「i-ACTIV AWD」 マツダというと「4WD」や「冬道」といったイメージがあまりない気がするところだが、実は最近、かなり力を入れているとの話を開発関係者より聞いたことがしばしばあった。雪国出身の筆者とし ...
Jalopnik

4-Wheel Drive Vs All-Wheel Drive: What's The Difference?

Alright, parents who love/are forced to watch "Bluey," you might have felt a slight twinge in your soul when Jack's Dad needed some prodding from his daughter, Lulu, to understand that "all-wheel ...
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How Often Does 4WD/AWD Transfer Case Fluid Need To Be Replaced?

While many may be concerned about big mechanical items going wrong — like the engine and transmission — the transfer case is also a critical component to keep an eye on in four-wheel-drive (4WD) and ...
Road & Track

Is Porsche’s Upcoming ICE Macan Replacement Adopting a Front-Biased AWD System?

When Porsche first announced that the internal combustion-powered Macan would leave the lineup after the 2025 model year, the brand still had plans to have EVs make up 80 percent of its sales by 2030.