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 ...

The limited slip differential (LSD) is one of the greatest automotive achievements since the invention of the automobile itself. Yes, it helps transfer power to the ground under hard launches or ...

A Limited slip differential helps you drive effectively and safely. At times, one of the leading wheels might get stuck when driving on gravel or sand. But if you have the differential, you can keep ...

Building a high-performance automobile, especially one that also turns corners with flair, is an often-frustrating attempt at balancing forces. Increase the power at the flywheel and all of a sudden ...

The electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) is one of the greatest pieces of modern auto­motive magic. This wonderful contraption allows you to shift midcorner without lockup, helps you turn more ...

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 ...

Jason Fenske from Engineering Explained is starting to wrench on his Honda S2000 project car. One of the latest areas of the car he's attacking is the rear end. His yellow Honda is getting a brand new ...

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 ...

Kurt Ernst June 21, 2012 Comment Now! Traction isn’t something that most drivers think about, since under normal weather conditions, at or near posted speed limits, there’s plenty to go around. On the ...

Project RangeRunner has undergone quite a transformation over the past several months, and with suspension and power out of the way, it was time for us to start looking at traction options. With the ...

(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 ...