In a market full of big trucks and towering SUVs, it's easy to forget that true off-road capabilities don't always require a massive footprint. After all, not everyone wants to drive something that ...

It may look and sound similar, but there are some big differences between all-wheel and four-wheel drive systems. This is ...

The distinction between all-wheel drive (AWD) convenience and true four-wheel drive (4WD) capability has often been the defining aspect for the discerning adventurer or someone who understands the ...

Sean is a JDM and off-road enthusiast of many years, and an automotive photographer. He holds a B.A. in Literature and Writing Studies, an A.A. in Communications, and an A.A. in English. He is ...

Four-wheel drive can be a lifesaver in rough road conditions, but it's not magic. Using your truck or SUV's 4WD mode wrong ...

Some modern trucks and SUVs have a drivetrain mode called 4WD Auto. What does this mode actually do, and how does it work?

Full-time four-wheel drive is one of those annoying things that’s great to have until you really need it. At that point it stops working, unless you undo one of the things that lets it work well the ...

Our long-term 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium features part-time four-wheel drive and all-terrain tires — neither of which are best for truly snowy, icy conditions. Knowing what kind of 4WD ...

Mitsubishi expanded the Triton lineup in Australia, with the addition of the GLX-R trim. The new version brings a more sophisticated 4WD system to a lower-spec package, making it more accessible to ...