I brag all the time on what my Jeep is capable of, but I do know its limitations. I also know a lot about getting a vehicle repaired or unstuck. I talk to a lot of people who really believe the shifter or button that says "4WD" on it is magic. Like you push the button, and suddenly nothing can stop the vehicle.

Plus I've spend a good bit of time and $ upgrading parts on my Jeep (no chrome aftermarket shiny crap, "chrome won't get you home"), like lockers, M/T tires, and such. And I know the major differences between a lot of "SUV's" and a real 4wd vehicle.

There are actually people who think their 2WD vehicle is as good as a 4WD just because it's an SUV.

Oh - and if I ever have to drive through a desert (we don't have those around here), I'd bring a ton of water with me. And if I'm going further than a day's walking distance from roads, there WILL be other vehicles along with me.