What does it mean to turn off four-wheel drive?

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DiLydia
07/25/25 5:25pm
Four-wheel drive being turned off indicates that the current driving conditions do not require four-wheel drive mode, and two-wheel drive is sufficient. Meaning of two-wheel drive: Two-wheel drive means that only two wheels are driven, typically either front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive, while four-wheel drive means all four wheels can be driven, allowing both the front and rear wheels to drive simultaneously. Four-wheel drive: Four-wheel drive has advantages when driving on poor roads, such as when the front wheels slip, the rear wheels can take over. It is suitable for off-road driving but consumes more fuel. In contrast, two-wheel drive is more suitable for city commuting, offering lower fuel consumption compared to four-wheel drive vehicles, but with inferior off-road performance.
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