To turn engine power into controllable motion, cars rely on something called the differential. A differential allows wheels on the same axle to rotate at different speeds. If you want more information ...

Selecting the best limited-slip or locking differential for your 4x4 depends on many factors, including the type of off-roading you do, how much time you spend off-road, your driving style and ...

How does an open differential work? How does a locked differential work? How does an open differential allow for varying ...

Bigger tires and a lift kit are the first two modifications most people make to their 4x4s. But after they've gotten the look they want, they find out that even with aggressive tires their truck still ...

In the automotive world, especially when it comes to off-road trucks and SUVs, differentials come up all the time. Is your differential locking, limited slip or open? Do you have a transfer case? One ...

Let's start off by understanding how a simple "open" differential works. The sequence of power distribution to the wheels starts from the pinion gear, which sends torque from the driveshaft to ...

A differential plays an essential role in pushing or pulling a car in a straight line and efficiently and comfortably moving it through a corner. Basically, it’s a device that allows two sides of an ...

(iSeeCars) — To understand the benefits of a limited-slip differential (often abbreviated to “LSD” in automotive literature) you have to understand the basic components involved in turning a car’s ...