driveshaft

noun

drive·shaft ˈdrīv-ˌshaft

: a shaft that transmits mechanical power

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The wheel itself rotates on two large bearings, so using such a system significantly reduces driveline losses that occur with a chain, belt, or driveshaft. —

Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 23 July 2024 To fix the issue Nissan dealers will replace the driveshaft. —

Ahjané Forbes, The Courier-Journal, 1 July 2024 All four motors are mounted to the frame and connected to the wheels via dual-joint driveshafts that, even at full compression, keep the wheel camber the same, according to Mercedes. —

Roberto Baldwin, Ars Technica, 24 Apr. 2024 The aforementioned electric motor – living where the transmission used to be – connected to the transfer case, which spins the driveshaft into a differential and eventually reaches the wheels. —

Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik, Quartz, 11 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for driveshaft