There are several basic rear axle types used in 4x4s, and each have specific design pros and cons. Axle designs can vary in load handling, bearing and flange type, and gearset configuration. In this ...

A patent application recently filed by Ford describes a new electrified solid rear axle with electric motors built into the wheel hubs. In half-ton trucks, IRS is fine because it provides superior ...

Where do you want G-forces? You can pick from four directions: during forward acceleration, under deceleration, while turning left, or while turning right. Should your car experience sustained ...

The old saying goes, "Out of sight, out of mind." So, unless your Mustang's rear axle has been complaining, it's easy to take it for granted. Aside from receiving stronger shafts or a steeper gear set ...

There was a time long ago when you had to hit the junkyard if you needed the strength, reliability, and easy gear-changing convenience of a Ford 9-inch rear axle. They were dark days, indeed. But in ...

Redesigned for 2023, the Super Duty has been recalled yet again. Campaign 23V-595 is the seventh recall for this model year thus far, and it's quite a biggie. As it happens, the left rear axle shaft ...

Toyota truck and 4Runner rear axles are plenty tough in stock form, but there are a number of upgrades available that can make them even tougher for hard-core users. In a previous article ("Toyota ...

View post: The 2026 Lexus ES Has Many Electrified Trims, but Only One Is the Smart Buy Audi and Porsche are recalling more than 32,000 sedans, coupes and SUVs from the 2020 and 2021 model years to ...

When your sitting at the drawing board, one of the most critical decisions you'll make in designing a vehicle is where you ...

The 2027 BMW M2 with M xDrive gives the compact M coupe a second drivetrain option, joining the existing rear-wheel-drive ...