What is the function of a rear axle limited-slip differential?
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The functions of a rear axle limited-slip differential are as follows: 1. Compensate for wheel spin: The rear axle limited-slip differential is located between the two rear wheels of the vehicle, and it can compensate for the wheel spin caused by a wheel being suspended in the air, which is a drawback of ordinary differentials. 2. Solve the issue of power loss: The differential continuously transmits power to the spinning wheel that has no resistance, resulting in not only the vehicle's inability to move forward but also a significant loss of power. 3. Enable drifting maneuvers: Generally, rear axle limited-slip differentials are equipped in some high-performance vehicles. Vehicles with a rear axle limited-slip differential can perform large-scale drifting maneuvers during aggressive driving.