Gearheads often talk of limited-slip and locking differentials, but how do the "standard" mechanical diffs compare with ...

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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 ...

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 ...

How much do you know about your axles? Assuming you’re at least mildy off-road savvy (hey you’re readingthismagazine!), it should be no news to you that a locking differential or a limited slip ...

If you replace a differential on your car, you shouldn't proceed to drive away immediately as if nothing's new. Engineering Explained's Jason Fenske lays out the break-in procedure for a new ...