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Tonight, Aaron is gone, Coy is gone, & Ben cant seem to not break anything



Welcome to the off-road podcast. A podcast about everything off-road. We cover the news, review products, and interview people in the off road industry.  I’m your host Ben and we are joined by Andy and Mercedes from Crankshaft Culture.  Welcome to the show.



 



Ben - found out torque wrench is dead and might explain my blown tire

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off-road.com AWD Vehicles Targeted by National Park Service for Driving on 4WD Trails



All-wheel drive does not equal four-wheel drive, as one Subaru Crosstrek driver recently discovered while touring Canyonlands National Park.

The Subaru owner posted their cautionary tale on the r/NationalPark subreddit and shared the stern warning they received from the US Department of the Interior for violating a National Park Service rule restricting travel on certain roads within the park. The road in question was Colorado Overlook Road, one of six roads within Canyonlands that are limited to high-clearance, four-wheel drive vehicles.

“Four wheel drive vehicle is defined as a sport utility vehicle (SUV) or truck with at least 15-inch tire rims and at least eight inches of clearance from the lowest point of the frame, body, suspension, or differential to the ground. Four wheel drive vehicles have a transfer case between the front and rear axles that locks the front and rear drive shafts together when four wheel drive is engaged. All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles do not meet this definition.”

While many AWD vehicles are quite capable, and the Subaru Crosstrek does, in fact, meet the minimum height requirement with 8.7″ inches of ground clearance, it does not have locking differentials and is not a true 4WD vehicle.

If you need to brush up on the distinctions between AWD and 4WD, the key difference between the two systems is the presence of locking differentials in most 4WD-equipped vehicles, which significantly enhance off-road traction.

AWD (All-Wheel Drive) systems automatically distribute power to all four wheels, providing better traction on slippery roads and in mild off-road conditions. It’s designed for on-road use with occasional light off-roading and operates without driver input.

4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) systems, on the other hand, offer greater off-road capability. They typically include low-range gearing and locking differentials, which distribute power evenly to all wheels, making them more effective in challenging terrains like deep mud, snow, or rocks. 4WD requires manual engagement, giving drivers more control in tough off-road situations.

While there may be some truth in that assessment, rules are rules, and the threat of a $5,000 fine is nothing to thumb your nose at. Adding insult to possible injury, the NPS does not tow stuck vehicles. Visitors caught in the backcountry with disabled vehicles can expect commercial towing fees in excess of $1,000.

If you’re heading to Canyonlands, make sure you’ve got the proper vehicle and backcountry permits, if applicable, and check the Canyonlands Road Condition Page before embarking on your adventure.







 



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