What is the AWD four-wheel drive system?
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AWD is a full-time four-wheel drive system. There are three differentials in the full-time four-wheel drive system. In addition to one differential on each of the front and rear axles, there is also a central differential between the front and rear drive shafts. The difference between AWD and 4WD is that AWD lacks the low-ratio transmission compared to 4WD, because AWD is a full-time four-wheel drive system, eliminating the need to switch between two-wheel and four-wheel drive during driving. Part-time four-wheel drive cannot be used on roads with good conditions. Since this four-wheel drive system does not have a central differential, the tire grip is excellent, reducing the likelihood of slipping on slippery roads. Full-time four-wheel drive adds a central differential to the part-time four-wheel drive system, effectively resolving the speed difference between the front and rear drive shafts.