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 ...

While many car enthusiasts know how a differential works, very few actually know what it looks like inside your differential cover as you're driving down the road. Gale Banks, founder of diesel ...

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

Differentials are pretty easy to understand once you know how they work. Torque is distributed from a driveshaft and split to the driven wheels, transferring energy to the road. But when it comes to ...

There is a sense of euphoria that washes over the mind once it figures out something it previously considered complicated, like solving a mathematical equation or figuring out what your significant ...

Driving with the diff lock engaged on dry pavement isn't just a bad habit. It's a quick way to strain your drivetrain and make the whole car feel off. The tighter the corner, the worse it gets. Your ...

In garages, on trails, and around campfires, debate will always rage over what single modification is most effective in creating a capable 4x4. Is there one magic mod that can dramatically improve ...