Thanks for the insight. As I think through this, my issue is not so much the creaks, but more of a thumping noise when I accelerate from a stop. I can even feel a thud at the wheel. It varies from front left to front right. No clear pattern.

If I ease into it, I can avoid the sound. It is really noticeable on an incline or if I want to quickly speed up... even if I am already at traffic speed.

Thoughts? CV joints? Control arm bent? Bushings???