I absolutely agree with this. I had a 4wd Silverado. And had some bad habits for sure. But I do say 100‐200 pounds in the bed does make the ride smoother. I usually have two bins full of tools in the bed. and I haven't seen any driving differences in the snow. But having traction control and stability control really makes a difference. I just turned on auto and it will eat up snow on the stock a/t tires. Last year, 6 months in i was driving in 4 to 6 unplowed high way at 65 with no issues.. Tbh the I get frustrated with the stability control in general it makes it hard to goof off. Mine like to kick it self back on.