If you’ve been driving pickups for 30 years or more, or consider yourself akin to those who have, you might not be a fan of gadgetry. Trucks are more complex (and comfortable) than they’ve ever been ...

Locking differentials are a type of differential used in vehicles to improve traction and handling, especially in off-road or challenging terrain conditions. The purpose of a locking differential is ...

The Ford Ranger’s new FX2 package is for people who want an off-road ready appearance for their pickups, and some of that off-road functionality, without going all the way into a 4x4. Offered on ...

Maybe you’ve decided the Ford Ranger Raptor, if it ever does make its way to the United States, is just too much midsize truck for you. Maybe you’ve decided you don’t even need four-wheel drive -- no ...

Locking differentials are a definite game changer when it comes to off-roading. They increase traction by forcing both tires on an axle to turn. But what is a locking differential? Car people will ...

The world of four-wheel-drive vehicles can be overwhelming for many buyers, especially when trying to distinguish between the different capabilities of utes and SUVs.

Driving with the diff lock engaged on dry pavement isn't just a bad habit. It's a quick way to strain your drivetrain and make the whole car feel off. The tighter the corner, the worse it gets. Your ...

We've seen some wrench benders in our travels, but Martin Barraza, the Drivetrain Direct technician in our photos, can disassemble an 8.8 axle about as fast as we can push the shutter on our Nikons.