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 ...

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 ...

There are many possible differentials to use in the rearend of your car. Before making your decision you should determine how you will use the car, how streetable you want it to be and how much you ...

A locking differential, often referred to as a "locker," is a type of differential that enhances traction by ensuring both wheels on the same axle turn at the same speed, even when one has little or ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Changing the car differential oil—it's one of the most-overlooked maintenance tasks on non-FWD light ...

An LSD is not just for burnouts. It's one of the most powerful tools in vehicle handling. A few years ago, I found myself in a familiar position as a car enthusiast: Shopping for an NA Miata. My ...

As far as car fluids go, differential oil is one of the most neglected pieces of maintenance. It could be because the effects of not changing differential fluid on time aren't as immediately obvious ...