twowheeldrive
Two-wheel drive (2WD) is a drivetrain configuration that delivers engine power to two wheels of a vehicle. The two primary forms are front-wheel drive (FWD) and rear-wheel drive (RWD). In FWD layouts, the engine powers the front wheels through a transaxle, typically located at the front of the vehicle. In RWD layouts, a driveshaft transmits power from the engine to the rear differential, which drives the rear wheels.
Advantages of 2WD include simpler mechanics, lower weight, reduced manufacturing cost, and often better fuel economy
Disadvantages include reduced traction in snow, ice, and mud compared with AWD/4WD. Front-wheel drive can understeer
Applications vary by vehicle type and market. Most modern passenger cars use FWD, while some performance cars