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 ...
ExtremeTech

How all-wheel-drive works and gets you through the blizzard

There's nothing like a looming snowstorm big enough to get its own name -- "Hey, is this one named after the Jonas Brothers?" (no) -- to make you fret you should have bought a Subaru Forester, Jeep ...
SlashGear

Subaru X-Mode: What Does The Feature Do, And When Should It Be Used?

Subaru has made a name for themselves in the automotive industry by providing affordable and capable off-roading models. The symmetrical all-wheel-drive system that the Japanese brand includes on all ...
Jalopnik

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 ...
Motor Trend

2025 Hyundai Sonata AWD First Test: Call This One the “Snownata”

If you need all-wheel drive, you gotta get an SUV—right? Not so fast. Several midsize sedans offer AWD, including the Kia K5, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, and Subaru Legacy, benefiting drivers who ...