[jhynesrockmtn]

Originally Posted by fanaudical

My 2007 Dodge 1500 has a "4WD Auto" feature. Not sure how the F150 works, but on mine it's essentially RWD until the ABS system detects rear wheel slippage and then it engages the transfer case to supply power to the front. Response time isn't great. I'm spoiled by many years of Audi quattro ownership...

I now have some winter driving time in my 2024 F150 with the 4auto capability. Your description is my understanding of how the F150 works as well. I do have a set of Blizzak's on it. The Powerboost hybrid I have comes with 20inch wheels and the stock tires are much more biased toward quiet and mpg driven use vs good all around traction. I went back and forth between switching out for a better snow rated tire or getting a dedicated set of winter wheels/tires. I stumbled on a good used setup that fit great for a good price. Done. We've had packed snow on the ground for a few weeks now. Typically the well travelled roads and highways will get plowed and deiced with neighborhood roads remaining packed snow/ice. It's nice to not have to switch back and forth between 2H and 4H like I've typically done with trucks. The system is not as good as a dedicated AWD like a Subie or Audi (I've had both), but it does a good job for what it is. Overall I am pleased.