What is a limited-slip differential? A limited-slip differential is an open differential with additional parts to assist both drive wheels to spin at, or closer to, the same speed. The traditional, ...

How a Locking Differential Works Power transfers to the wheel with the least resistance in a standard open differential. Therefore, if one wheel is losing traction—such as spinning in mud or hanging ...

What Is A Limited Slip Differential? The limited slip differential (LSD) distributes the wheel's torque and gives it to the one with more traction. It is the most common differential in sports cars, ...

To understand the benefits of a limited-slip differential, you have to understand the basic components involved in turning a car’s engine power into forward (or reverse) movement.