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A device within a differential that couples both wheels for additional traction

Dynamic cornering light, a swiveling bi-xenon system that follows steering wheel movements

Type of differential that limits the slip between the wheels

A type of rear axle that is 'fixed' at the wheel (that is, it is not able to flex up or down), but is able to move up and down at the transmission end. It required the rear wheels to move in an arc, rather than vertically, when hitting bumps. in some cars (beetles and corvairs and some early porsches), it could cause the wheel to tuck under the car during high speed cornering.

The last gear ratio in a vehicle's drivetrain, between the transmission and wheels

A system that controls wheel slip and traction, also known as Anti-Slip Regulation

A tie rod is a rod that connects the steering gear to the wheels.

A system that prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking

A system that directs power to the wheel with better grip, reducing tire wear

Set of brake shoes for Vanagon/T25 models, excluding Syncro with 16-inch wheels

Prevents driven wheels from locking on slippery surfaces under engine braking

A component that contains the parts that supply power to the rear wheels, located in front of the engine.

A type of rear suspension that uses a torsion beam to locate the wheels

Traction control system that intervenes in the engine management to counter wheel slip

A vehicle layout where the driver and steering gear are positioned in front of the front wheels

A flat, round plate that rotates with the wheel and is squeezed by the brake pads to slow the vehicle

A device in the front differential of a Syncro that provides the switching action between the rear diff/wheels and the front.

Any of the Volkswagen Transporters from 1992 to present. some were sold in Europe in 1991. generally characterized by their engine located in the front of the vehicle, driving the front wheels, and their very rounded shape and huge rear hatch.

Independent Rear Suspension. A form of rear suspension that allows the rear wheels to move vertically up and down, independently of each other, to compensate for bumps and road surfaces. uses a double-jointed rear axle, with cv-joints at each end.

Anti-Locking Braking System. a computerized method of helping to prevent wheel skid/lock-up during braking. it does not prevent spins, nor does it allow you to stop in a shorter distance. it does allow you to steer the car while braking as hard as possible. available as an option on some Vanagons and EuroVans in Europe during the late 1980's-1990's.