Posted on 1/31/2025
Most drivers are familiar with routine maintenance like oil changes, brake inspections, and tire rotations, but there’s one system that often gets overlooked—the differential. Whether you drive a car, truck, or SUV, your vehicle’s differential plays a major role in ensuring a smooth and stable ride. But what happens when it’s neglected? What Does the Differential Do Your vehicle’s differential is responsible for distributing power from the engine to the wheels while allowing them to rotate at different speeds. This is especially important when turning, as the inside and outside wheels need to move at different rates to prevent skidding or dragging. In rear-wheel-drive vehicles, the differential is located at the back and is connected to the driveshaft. In front-wheel-drive cars, it’s integrated into the transaxle. All-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive ... read more