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limited-slip differential

American  
[lim-i-tid-slip] / ˈlɪm ɪ tɪdˈslɪp /

noun

  1. an automotive differential that can transfer power from a wheel that has lost traction to one that has not.


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The V-6 provides more than 620 horsepower, combined with an eight-speed DCT gearbox, rear-wheel drive and an electronic limited-slip differential.

From Seattle Times Aug. 31, 2023

Hennessey also dipped into the Ford Performance catalog for a flywheel, clutch, limited-slip differential and other driveline components.

From Fox News Aug. 8, 2019

The 124 Spider Abarth, the high-performance edition with a limited-slip differential, can be kitted out with a hilariously aggressive Mopar exhaust system that sounds like a drum-line showdown.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2016

Singer has only offered manual transmissions, five- or six-speeds, with an optional limited-slip differential.

From The Verge Feb. 2, 2016

Other high-tech options include an active limited-slip differential, stability control with a special dynamic mode, and a carbon fiber engine brace, trunk lid, roof and drive shaft.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 10, 2015

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