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  1. AWD vs 4wd in Snow - General Discussion - Car Talk Community

    Jul 22, 2019 · The problem is no all 4wd systems and AWD systems are designed the same. You can lock the differential on many newer AWD systems which basically make it operate like a …

  2. AWD vs FWD & Limited Slip Differential - Car Talk Community

    Feb 20, 2010 · AWD puts some type of “limited slip” differential gearing between the front and rear axles, allowing full-time engagement. 4WD locks the front and rear axles together with direct …

  3. AWD and 4WD - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk Community

    Aug 3, 2014 · AWD really should be called “part-time 4WD” but that printing wouldn’t fit on the button. The 4WD button on the same truck locks the front and rear axles together. In 2WD, the …

  4. 4WD damaged by uneven tire wear - Car Talk Community

    Sep 1, 2008 · I damaged a tire on a set with about 25,000 miles of wear, and I replaced only the one that was damaged. The mechanic at the dealership told me that this can cause damage to …

  5. Ford Explorer 2011+ AWD vs 4WD - Car Talk Community

    Sep 5, 2014 · All the 2011+ Explorers you’re looking at have the same AWD/4WD system (except for those that are FWD), those names are often used interchangeably. Yes, they can be …

  6. AWD vs. 4WD - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk Community

    Aug 22, 2009 · In my opinion AWD is superior on snow-covered roads. 4WD is primarily for off-road applications. You should be aware that not all AWD systems are the same, and some are …

  7. 2011 Toyota Highlander AWD or 4WD - Car Talk Community

    Jun 3, 2010 · The Highlander non hybrid is an AWD system, much like a RAV4. The general terms 4wd,awd etc get convoluted and confused by salespeople, car makers, owners and the …

  8. AWD tire trouble - replace one tire or all four? - Car Talk Community

    Jan 20, 2025 · With Road Hazard and an AWD or full time 4WD and required 4 at a time, if 1/2 worn, then 1/2 price for all 4 tires, not just the one, 25% worn, 75%off etc etc… Did countless …

  9. AWD vs. 4-wheel HI Driving on the sand - Car Talk Community

    Jun 29, 2009 · I’m taking our 2001 Grand Cherokee AWD to the outer banks of North Carolina and plan to drive on the sand. I only want to engage the 4-wheel HI if it is better on the vehicle. …

  10. AWD, 4WD or 4x4 - General Discussion - Car Talk Community

    Mar 8, 2011 · AWD is full time, there is no switch for the driver to fiddle with to turn AWD on or off. 4WD and 4X4 are the same animal. They operate in 2WD (usually the rear wheels) until the …