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 ...

As the How It Works series progresses, we edge closer and closer to a car's ultimate goal—which is, of course, to put power to the pavement. Lost month you learned about how a transmis-sion directs ...

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 ...

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If you’ve ever shopped for a sports car, you’ll often hear the term “limited-slip differential” (or LSD); you’re probably aware that it’s better than not having one, but it can be unclear exactly what ...

If you’ve ever found yourself in a car conversation with one of your nerdier car-person friends, they’ve probably mentioned how a certain performance car does or doesn’t have an “LSD.” No, they are ...