Three ways Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive improves your drive this winter

October 25 2021,

The Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system is one of the most advanced in the world. It is designed to intervene almost instantly to changing road conditions to preserve grip and stability, but it also takes into account driver intention to preserve driving pleasure. And because it doesn’t kick into action until it is absolutely needed, the system doesn’t impact fuel economy the same way other systems can.

Here are three ways the Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system improves driving pleasure and safety in winter.

Instant grip and stability

The Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system uses a range of sensors to detect wheel slip and loss of traction immediately and correct for it. These sensors will detect when a specific wheel begins to rotate at a different rate than the others and will immediately adapt the torque distribution to correct for the difference.

Moreover, the Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system can react more quickly to changing road conditions by monitoring outside weather conditions and even wiper blade movement. In doing so, the system is always ready to intervene when needed.

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The system also detects what the driver is trying to do by monitoring throttle and steering. This way, the system won’t interfere if you are having fun on a winding road, it will simply make sure that traction is always optimal.

Optimal fuel economy

In clear driving conditions, the system sends its power to the front wheels which means you won’t suffer from the increased fuel consumption that comes with full-time systems.

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