Front-engine, four-wheel drive layout

Front-engine, four-wheel drive layout

In automotive design, an F4, or Front-engine, Four-wheel drive layout places the engine at the front of the vehicle and drives all four wheels. This layout is typically chosen for better control on many surfaces, and is an important part of rally racing as well as the off-road vehicle.


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