FWD, RWD, AWD, 4WD — they're four of the most common acronyms on a window sticker, and plenty of drivers honestly aren't sure ...

New Ford F-150 trucks lined up at a dealer forecourt. - Trevor Srednick/Getty Images Four-wheel drive (4WD) can be extremely valuable when driving through harsh winters or navigating off-road ...

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 ...

If you ever decide to leave the beaten path to see nature in its full glory, you could dedicate years to physical training and conditioning to be a mountain climber, or you could buy a vehicle with ...

While a four-wheeled motor vehicle will perform perfectly well for most purposes so long as two of its wheels are driven, writes Jeff Daniels, traction is much improved when all four wheels are driven ...

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Four-wheel drive (4WD) can be extremely valuable when driving through harsh winters or navigating off-road environments. But knowing when to engage the 4WD, or even which 4WD mode to use, can be ...

Sean is a JDM and off-road enthusiast of many years, and an automotive photographer. He holds a B.A. in Literature and Writing Studies, an A.A. in Communications, and an A.A. in English. He is ...