transaxle

noun

trans·​ax·​le tran(t)s-ˈak-səl How to pronounce transaxle (audio)
tranz-
: a unit that consists of a combination of a transmission and an axle's differential gear used especially in front-wheel-drive automobiles

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From 1987 on, these 911s also used the famous G50 transaxle, known for being easier to shift and more reliable. Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2024 The mill is mated to a five-speed transaxle manual and produces 227 hp. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024 The transmission is a five-speed transaxle, its rear placement chosen to optimize weight distribution. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2024 From there, the rear of the Mustang shell undergoes surgery to fit the GTD's transaxle, which contains a Tremec eight-speed dual-clutch transaxle. Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 17 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for transaxle 

Word History

Etymology

transmission + axle

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of transaxle was in 1958

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“Transaxle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transaxle. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.

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