What are the wheels that slide called?

[SanHadley]

The wheels that slide are called floating wheels. Here are the specific details about the wheels: 1. Principle: Floating wheels use a principle similar to that of a roly-poly toy. Floating wheels employ an additional bearing on the wheel hub, which can move around the central axis. When the wheel is in motion, this bearing keeps the wheel hub in a floating state. Additionally, floating wheels are appropriately weighted to maintain stability during driving. 2. Precautions: Pay attention to early warning signs of bearing wear, including any friction noise during rotation or abnormal deceleration of the wheel assembly when turning. For rear-wheel-drive vehicles, it is recommended to lubricate the front wheel hub bearings when the vehicle reaches 38,000 kilometers. When replacing the braking system, inspect the bearings and replace the oil seals. If you hear noise from the wheel bearing area, the first step is to identify the source of the noise.

[VonElla]

In my drift racing circle, we call those sliding wheels 'drift hubs'. They feature a special design that allows the wheels to slide in sync rather than rotate independently, enabling those cool drift effects during turns. Drift hubs are typically modified on the differential with a locking mechanism to prevent power loss from wheel spin during loss of control in regular cars. After I installed them once, my car's drifting became super stable with greatly improved control, especially safer on wet rainy roads. While they boost driving fun, I must warn against street misuse—rapid tire wear is the norm, so it's best reserved for closed-track drift training. Always opt for high-quality parts during modifications; don’t cheap out, as inferior products can lead to bearing damage or even detachment risks—I’ve seen many beginners suffer from this. Drifting is an art, and wheel sliding is just the starting point, letting you experience the thrill of pushing a car to its limits.

[DeNova]

Years of driving experience have taught me that the thing allowing wheels to slide together is called a drift hub. It's a clever modification enabling synchronized wheel sliding instead of independent rotation. Mechanically, regular cars rely on differentials to vary wheel speeds, which often causes skidding and loss of control; drift hubs incorporate a locker to synchronize driven wheels, making the car slide naturally. I once installed one on an old car in my youth - drifting became smoother, but tire wear and road safety demand attention. Never attempt highway stunts. Installation isn't overly complex, but I recommend professional mechanics since misplaced bolts cause squeaky nuisances. Originating from racing culture, drift hubs now dominate youth social media videos, but remember - they're best for sensible modifications that enhance driving pleasure.

[DiJohn]

I've been obsessed with drift videos lately, always seeing those sliding wheels called drift rims. They make the car slide sideways like dancing, super stylish. Their actual function is to lock the wheel movement to prevent tailspin loss of control, making drifting much more precise. I tried my friend's modified car, and the sliding feeling was incredibly smooth. Drift rims are common in auto parts stores, not expensive, but check the chassis health before modification to avoid damaging the original structure. Paired with wide tires, they look super cool on tracks or squares for performances. Young people using these for drifting should remember to wear protective gear—safety first.