What is Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)? Rear wheel drive (RWD) means that engine power is delivered to the rear wheels, pushing the car forward. The front wheels do not receive any power. Since the weight of an RWD vehicle is more evenly spread than many front wheel drive vehicles, there’s a better weight balance. This is why most sports cars like the Corvette and Camaro are RWD – and more exciting to drive. The disadvantage of an RWD vehicle is that they do not perform well in poor weather conditions s