All-wheel drive (AWD) is one of the most sought-after features for buyers living anywhere that sees snow, even occasionally. The idea is simple: if a car can send power to all four wheels instead of just two, it should have better traction in slippery conditions.
Another, adjacent term you’ll likely have come across, however, is four-wheel drive (4WD). Despite what some automaker marketing departments may want you to believe, there is a notable difference between 4WD and AWD.
