In a message dated 97-07-11 02:25:45 EDT, you write: << But if only one front wheel has traction? >> Then, luckily, there are 2 in the rear! I have a VW GTi. It has an open front diff. It is awesome in the snow. No problems what so ever. And that includes my taching out in 4th while standing still at a stop light! Damn those tires.....time for M&S's... Carter J Kwattor@aol.com