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All Wheel Drive (AWD)

A system by which all four wheels are driven by the engine. AWD systems use a centre differential to allow the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds. Although some consider AWD the same as four-wheel drive, AWD systems are superior as they can be used under any road conditions.