Locking differentials are a type of differential used in vehicles to improve traction and handling, especially in off-road or challenging terrain conditions. The purpose of a locking differential is ...

Four-wheeling has never been safer with comprehensive systems like hill descent control. But how does HDC keep you from skidding down the trail?

I can't get a straight or detailed answer as to how Detroit Truetracs complement and/or enhance brake-based traction control systems, specifically a Jeep JK with BLD, or Brake Limited Differential ...

There are lockers and knockers, limited slips and Sure Grips. Sometimes they're called Positractions and sometimes much worse. But this name game is really about the concept of pushing equal measures ...

Traction control has been a required feature on all new cars sold in the U.S. since 2012, likewise antilock brakes and stability control — though the feature predated the government requirement by ...

This basic exploded view of a typical four-pinion Ford factory Traction-Lok shows How all the parts fit together. Ford has used "'open" diffs, Detroit Lockers, and several types of clutch-type limited ...

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 ...

If you’ve been driving pickups for 30 years or more, or consider yourself akin to those who have, you might not be a fan of gadgetry. Trucks are more complex (and comfortable) than they’ve ever been ...

Joshua is an automotive enthusiast who explores every facet of car culture. With a history of over 30 vehicles, his love for Japanese tuner cars shines. Beyond ownership, he dives into every vehicle, ...

You'd be forgiven if years of goading from Top Gear co-host Jeremy Clarkson made you think you should be turning off your car's traction control to have the most fun ...