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National Park Service Will Cite Drivers Of AWD Cars For Driving On 4WD-Only Trails (jalopnik.com)

submitted 11 months ago by FireTower@lemmy.world to c/weirdnews@real.lemmy.fan

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As one Subaru Crosstrek owner recently learned the hard way, it bears repeating that all-wheel drive is not the same as four-wheel drive. A Subie owner posted a warning letter they received a month after driving on Colorado River Overlook Road in Canyonlands National Park to the r/NationalPark subreddit. The letter notes that this particular road is restricted to 4WD vehicles only, and the Crosstrek is equipped with AWD, not 4WD. It also warns that they may face serious consequences if they’re caught taking an AWD car on a 4WD-only trail again.

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[–] Takumidesh@lemmy.world 7 points 11 months ago (8 children)

Just because you don't know the difference doesn't make it splitting hairs.

[–] mihnt@lemmy.ca -3 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (7 children)

I know the difference. Subaru has, arguably the best AWD system on the market. That's what I mean. It's obviously dumb AF to say, take an AWD Equinox or some shit up a trail, but Subaru is a lot more capable than GM's AWD system.

[–] cynthorpe@discuss.online 2 points 11 months ago (1 children)

I think there are a lot of factors here. We would actually need to be on the trail to point out where a 4x4 would be required and why. I take my awd suv off road all the time in places where it gets a bit hairy and I haven’t had a problem. However, I know when to stop and say “that’s a bit too uneven for me.” I think that understanding is the main difference for the people who get stuck.

[–] mihnt@lemmy.ca 2 points 11 months ago

Oh yeah, driver skill and awareness is the most important thing. Especially knowing what your machine is capable of.

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