Walk through a trailhead parking lot and you’ll see badges claiming all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive scattered across everything from crossovers to full-size pickups. The terms get thrown around ...

AWD and 4WD can both power all four wheels, but they work very differently. Here's why the names aren't interchangeable.

Have you ever wondered how your 4WD vehicle navigates challenging terrain like mud, snow and rocky trails? It all comes down to the workings of the 4WD system, which comprises various components and ...

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 ...