What're the differences between a mechanical and electronic differential?

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

Differentials explained: how does a car’s diff work?

Virtually every road car is equipped with some sort of a differential and it’s vital to the way a car performs – without one negotiating a corner would be difficult. The differential’s main purpose is ...
Motor Authority

Here's how traction control and differentials work to give your car grip

Horsepower is useless if you can't get it to the pavement. As a result, traction control and differentials are fitted to your car to control how an engine's output is transferred to the road, helping ...
WHNT

What is a limited-slip differential versus an open differential?

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (iSeeCars) — To understand the benefits of a ...
Motor Trend

4x4 Truck Differential Parts To Increase Torque - Divide & Conquer

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 ...