{"id":11899,"date":"2023-08-14T13:31:46","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T03:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/achtungcamper.com.au\/?p=11899"},"modified":"2024-05-06T12:55:08","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T02:55:08","slug":"van-features-mercedes-benz-vito-rear-wheel-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/achtungcamper.com.au\/van-features-mercedes-benz-vito-rear-wheel-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"Van Features: Mercedes-Benz Vito Rear-Wheel Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"
Acceleration<\/p>\n
The back two wheels help the vehicle accelerate, and the front two are responsible for steering the power coming from the rear which permits a faster driving experience.<\/p>\n
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Traction<\/p>\n
When you are converting a van to a campervan, there is significant permanent weight added to the cargo area which in return improves the traction. Other advantages include better handling dynamics, improved towing capabilities compared to front-wheel drive, reduction of torque steer, better traction and stability.<\/p>\n
Towing<\/p>\n
Rear-wheel drive is a better option for those towing a boat or a trailer, because the weight is more evenly distributed. The wheels powering the vehicle are closer to the load, which makes handling that additional towing weight a breeze.<\/p>\n
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