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 ...

We owned a 2021 Tesla Model Y for 2.5 years as a long-term test car, reporting on efficiency, range, battery degradation, and what it was like living with the electric SUV and using it in our daily ...

While four-wheel-drive is popular with bigger trucks and other off-road vehicles, it's mostly unnecessary when driving on asphalt. When comparing four-wheel-drive with all-wheel-drive, AWD is a much ...

All-wheel drive is great to have for winter in the snow belt or mountains, as well as for peace of mind in other traction-challenged driving conditions. However, it’s not a free ride, as buying and ...

View post: Why Honda’s Most Ambitious Engine Had to Fail We’re huge devotees of rear-wheel drive (RWD) cars simply because they tend to be more dynamic and thrilling to drive. Before the ‘80s, RWD was ...

When it comes to optimal on- and off-road performance, AWD cars are one of your best bets. Sending power to all four wheels means extra traction on slippery surfaces like rain-slick or snowy roads. In ...

Nikesh Kooverjee has been contributing to the automotive sphere for 11 years. His previous roles include Digital Editor at CAR South Africa and associate editor at CarBuzz. He has always had a strong ...