Types of Four-Wheel Drives: 4×4, 4WD, AWD. Which One for Off-Roading?
Four-wheel drives, such as 4×4, 4WD, AWD, can be permanent, manually engaged, or automatically engaged, among others. You just wanted to enjoy four-wheel driving, but now you might find yourself confused about what these terms mean, both in theory and practice. Some systems work well off-road, but some… even better. Let’s clear up the confusion. Find out what all-wheel drive actually is, how it works, what its types are, and which ones perform best off-road.