Nerys,
You certainly seem to know what you're doing ... but must be aware (as others here are) that the great unwashed masses out there aren't necessarily too swift. And the fact that so many don't get it is leading to thousands more crashes and even many deaths in North America alone.
So, I think it borders on irresponsibility to praise A/4WD on a public forum without a lot of accompanying caveats.
Even the title of this thread: "Are four wheel drive vehicles better because they are safer?" is sort of misleading. It assumes the 4WD vehicles are safer (for most people in most adverse conditions). And to that I would say:" Yes, but ..." and my list of 'buts' would be lengthy.
I love the capability of A/4WD in the hands of someone that knows what they are doing, but in the current climate full of myths, ignorance and incompetence, I feel that the people who know better should clearly state the (contrary) facts whenever the opportunity arises.
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--- Bror Jace
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