Why Do Off-Road Vehicles Have a Low-Range Four-Wheel Drive Mode?
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Off-road vehicles have a low-range four-wheel drive mode to amplify wheel torque and assist in vehicle recovery. Not all off-road vehicles are equipped with this feature; it is typically found only in hardcore off-road vehicles and those with part-time four-wheel drive systems. Low-range four-wheel drive is particularly suitable for climbing steep slopes, while high-range four-wheel drive is more appropriate for urban road driving. Part-time four-wheel drive refers to a system that engages either the front or rear wheels for four-wheel drive. When driving on snow-covered roads, it automatically switches to four-wheel drive. The transfer case distributes power to the two non-driven wheels, increasing the vehicle's rotational speed for smoother and more stable operation, thereby reducing obstacles during driving.