Glossary / Suspension

rear axle

20 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The rear axle is a part of the car that holds the back wheels and lets them spin, so the car can move forward or backward.

Technical Definition

The rear axle is the assembly that connects the rear wheels to the vehicle’s chassis, transmitting power from the engine or motor and allowing the wheels to rotate. It also houses components like the differential and suspension links.

Hear It Discussed

"it kind of just sits between the rear axle. [1972.1s] It's about 70 to 90 kilos,"
Is The Longbow Speedster The Future Of British Roadsters? — Carmudgeon w/ Cammisa & DTS — Ep 236 The Carmudgeon Show 32:50

"That'swhereyouneedtoknowsomebodywithlikeapullapartorajunkyardareathatyoucansalvageanintakeormaybegetasetofshocksorauhrearaxleorsomethinglikethat."
Can You Build A Killer Ride On A Tight Budget? In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 05:49

"no, it's in the back. It can't put it behind the rear axle... It limits tongue weight."
New Nissan Xterra VS Scout Traveler VS Ford Bronco VS Jeep Wrangler! | Ep. 335 TFL Car Chat 36:48