As the Raytheon HY-DRA shows, there are a lot of advantages to in-wheel (wheel hub) motors. The setup allows for a unique form of all-wheel drive with an easy option for all-wheel steering. Additionally, there's no loss from a complicated drive-train. And as hypnotoad knows, the setup also allows more room for creating new body configurations.

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