If you live in the outback, then you are well aware that you will need nothing short of a powerful vehicle to conquer the remote, tough terrain. Talk about off-roading and the first thing that comes to mind is a 4WD vehicle. Here are some unique benefits of 4WD vehicles that make them the ideal choice for people travelling to and from the outback. 

Fuel savings

Every driver is affected by high fuel prices. Traditionally, many people have shied off from using 4WD vehicles because they were considered to use relatively more gallons of fuel per mile. This higher fuel consumption was attributed to the fact that 4WDs run on very powerful engines. While 4WDs generally still use up more fuel than normal drive vehicles, there are some remarkably fuel-efficient 4WDs available on today's automobile market. Unlike AWDs, most modern 4WDs can be turned OFF to achieve best mileage. Therefore, you can travel the same distances but at a lower fuel cost. 

Improved traction

The good thing with 4WDs is that any time the vehicle is running, all four wheels will be turning simultaneously and with equal torque. For this reason, the driver will enjoy maximum traction possible, as the tyres will have a good grip on the road surface. This is particularly critical if you will be travelling long distances on roads that aren't so good. 

With a 4WD vehicle, you will be able to conquer tough terrains and overcome harsh road conditions because your wheels will have enough contact area and power to pass through mud, potholes, snow, ice and many other obstacles associated with off-roading. This reduces the potential for the driver losing control of the vehicle under such difficult situations. 

Excellent towing ability

If you are going to be travelling to and from the outback, you will need to make sure that you can carry everything you will need with you. If you need to tow a trailer behind your vehicle, you will need to make sure the tow vehicle has the towing capacity needed to pull the trailer along. That sounds like a job for a 4WD vehicle. 

4WDs come in different towing capacities, so that you can find a model that suits your towing requirements. To ensure safe and efficient trailering, however, you must be equipped with all the necessary towing equipment and accessories, such as trailer hitch, brake controllers, safety chains, hitch balls, towing mirrors, etc.