That was a primary reason why Volvo opted to put the motor in the two-wheel-drive EX30 at the rear. But, Lundegren says, a RWD configuration allowed Volvo to maximize the available grip, as well.

Front-wheel-drive (FWD) cars were cheaper to build and often resulted in roomier, more economical packaging than the rear-wheel-drive of the ’70s and ’80s. But it also meant some sacrifices to ...

Rear-wheel drive cars long ago earned a reputation for being a bit of a nightmare to live with in snowy, icy conditions. That's partly why Volvo stopped making the things in the 1990s, ...

The rear-wheel-drive model is significant as it will be $3,500 cheaper than the all-wheel-drive model at $52,395, opening Optiq to more customers — especially in the Sun Beltm where RWD EVs are ...

Pairing the base trim’s single rear-mounted motor with the Long Range All-Wheel Drive Model 3’s larger battery pack nets a range of 363 miles, according to the automaker; that’s an ...