Locking differentials are a definite game changer when it comes to off-roading. They increase traction by forcing both tires on an axle to turn. But what is a locking differential? Car people will ...

Next to a flexible suspension, positive traction is one of the most important off-road extras you need. Locking differentials add that extra advantage when wheeling by positively powering both tires ...

Locking differentials are a type of differential used in vehicles to improve traction and handling, especially in off-road or challenging terrain conditions. The purpose of a locking differential is ...

There are a lot of things that make the Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe drive as well as we expect it to, and few would think to rank the rear axle limited slip differential with electronic lock very high ...

There are lockers and knockers, limited slips and Sure Grips. Sometimes they're called Positractions and sometimes much worse. But this name game is really about the concept of pushing equal measures ...

Building a heavy-duty rearend for your Mopar used to mean either buying a Sure Grip 8 3/4 or going for the famed Dana 60. Often, due to cost or availability, neither is realistic. Fortunately, there ...

4x4 utes have become essential tools for many tradies, as their rugged ladder-frame chassis and tough truck DNA mean they can easily carry tools plus a decent payload, tow a sizeable trailer and - if ...

American Axle & Manufacturing has been granted a patent for an electric drive module featuring a unique transmission system with multiple reductions, differential assembly, and park lock mechanism.

Thar to only get rear differential as an option on the top-spec diesel LX variant. Mechanical locking differential was previously offered on all versions of AX Opt and LX trims. Thar AX Opt still ...

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 ...

Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...