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WATCH: Heard of diff-lock? Here's how differentials work in cars

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<i>Image: iStock</i>

The Differential is one of the most important parts of your car’s drivetrain, ensuring that power is equally distributed to the wheels, even around tight turns!

But how does it work?

Limited Slip Differentials (LSD) have been around for decades and has been used for different types of driving applications from 4x4s to race cars.

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Here's all you need to know about drivetrain differentials:

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