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 ...

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 ...

As far as off-road performance goes, there's nothing you can do to your Jeep that will make as big a difference as adding a rear locker. And once you add a front locker, you'll be amazed at the ...

There simply is no better upgrade for improving the off-road performance of your 4x4 than locking differentials. It's that simple. If your 4x4 doesn't have lockers, then it is nothing more than a 2x2, ...

Differentials are what allow the wheels on a vehicle to actually move around effectively. Open differentials are common, but limited-slip ones are special.

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Let's start off by understanding how a simple "open" differential works. The sequence of power distribution to the wheels starts from the pinion gear, which sends torque from the driveshaft to ...