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A limited-slip differential (LSD) is a significant advancement in automotive engineering designed to tackle the issue of uneven torque distribution between a vehicle’s drive wheels. Unlike a traditional open differential, which directs power to the wheel with the least resistance, an LSD smartly allocates torque to both wheels. This improves traction and stability, enabling vehicles to handle different terrains, sharp corners, and slippery conditions with greater control and efficiency.

An asymmetric limited-slip differential (LSD) is a sophisticated component in a vehicle’s drivetrain designed to provide variable torque distribution to the wheels, enhancing traction and handling, especially under challenging driving conditions. Mazda has integrated this technology into some of their performance models, aiming to deliver a superior driving experience by optimizing traction and stability.

The origin of Quattro can be traced back to a forest in Finland, located within the Arctic Circle. During a test drive, Audi’s head of testing was driving a 75 hp Volkswagen Iltis 4WD off-road vehicle, following behind a convoy of front-wheel-drive cars based on the Audi 100, which had 200 horsepower. Due to the significant power difference, the Audi 100 easily outpaced the Volkswagen Iltis on straight roads. However, the situation reversed on bends. This interesting observation led them to conclude that the Volkswagen Iltis’ 4WD system was the reason for its superior performance on bends. They decided to transplant the 4WD system from the Volkswagen Iltis to Audi’s passenger cars. This happened in the year 1977.