Glossary / General

limited slip diff

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A limited-slip differential helps the car put power down when one wheel starts to slip. It improves traction and stability, especially when cornering.

Technical Definition

A limited-slip differential (often called an LSD) helps manage wheel spin by allowing the wheels to rotate at different speeds while still providing some drive to the side with traction. The speaker emphasizes that this was a notable addition for the Cayman R in that mid-engine context.

Hear It Discussed

"it's got a manual gearbox it's got a limited slip diff in it it's got proper [716.8s] suspension and drive that"
Which 1970s sports cars are the best buys? #313 The Intercooler 11:51

"With some new limited slip diff, lowered sport suspension, new axle tuning, new stabilizer tuning, new shock absorbers, new steering calibration and pedal calibration and new brakes as well."
DAILY: BYD To Develop Cars In Europe, Mazda Retreats To Hybrids and German Automakers Still Fighting Clean Air Targets | 13 May 2026 EV News Daily - Technology and Business of EVs 06:41

"Synchromesh gearbox, limited slip diff, 300 Jaguars under the bonnet."
We’ve driven the new Jaguar! | The Car Podcast #84 The Car Podcast with Chris Harris & Friends 13:53