Limited-Slip Differential (LSD)

To understand LSD, you must know how a differential works. A differential is usually located on the center of the rear axle and inside are several gear parts. The differential allows the outer wheel which is travelling the longer distance to...

rotate faster and further than the inner wheel in order to maintain traction. So LSD does a bit of an opposite to conventional differentials by transmitting equal torque to both wheels when driving straight but the unit can automatically provide more power to the wheel that& #39;s...

losing traction. There are several types of LSD which include mechanically or electronically controlled ones. They are good at putting down the power to the wheels. Cars that can drift have LSD because it can lock up the rear-wheels to allow them to simultaneously power together.