What Does Front-Wheel Drive and Rear-Wheel Drive Mean in Cars?
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Front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive in cars refer to: 1. Front-wheel drive means the engine is placed at the front of the car and drives the front wheels, which in turn propel the entire vehicle; 2. Rear-wheel drive means the rear wheels drive the entire vehicle. Methods to distinguish between front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive cars are: 1. Check if there is a differential on the rear axle—if there is no differential, it is a front-wheel drive car; 2. If there is a differential on the rear axle, it is a rear-wheel drive car. Characteristics of rear-wheel drive include: 1. Improved balance and handling of the car; 2. Easier maintenance; 3. Insufficient traction; 4. Power generated by the engine is transmitted to the rear axle via the driveshaft, resulting in some power loss.