AWD absolutely gives you more control of your vehicle in icy and snowy conditions. No, they don't help you stop more quickly, but they do aid in preventing fish

AWD absolutely gives you more control of your vehicle in icy and snowy conditions. No, they don't help you stop more quickly, but they do aid in preventing fishtailing, and in being able to accelerate when you choose to, and maintain control of your car. Dedicated snow tires are a bigger factor, but the best option is to have both AWD and snow tires if you will be driving in snowy conditions on challenging roads. All of this make you more able to safely control and operate your car. Also you're far less likely to get stuck or slide from a stop.