What are the advantages of 4WD?
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Four-wheel drive vehicles have two major advantages: improved off-road capability and enhanced active safety. Four-wheel drive means that all four wheels of the vehicle can receive power, enabling the wheels to rotate and propel the vehicle forward or backward. During uphill climbing, vehicle tilt can cause uneven weight distribution, with greater pressure on the rear wheels. Four-wheel drive models allocate driving force to the rear wheels, making it easier to climb slopes. When vehicle tires get stuck in mud, it's difficult to drive out. However, four-wheel drive vehicles can utilize the differential lock function to distribute sufficient torque to the tires and push the vehicle out. Four-wheel drive vehicles also have significant advantages when driving on snow, effectively utilizing tire traction to make the vehicle easier to control. The four-wheel drive systems used in vehicles include full-time four-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive, and on-demand four-wheel drive. Full-time four-wheel drive and on-demand four-wheel drive are generally front-wheel-drive-based four-wheel drive systems. During operation, multi-plate clutches are used for front and rear wheel power distribution. Vehicles equipped with part-time four-wheel drive systems allow drivers to manually switch between different drive modes while driving.