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Differential and Rear Axles The differential is part of the rear-axle-housing assembly, which includes the differential, rear axles, wheels, and bearings. If the car were to be driven in a straight line without having to make turns, then no differential would be necessary. However, when the car rounds a turn, the outer wheel must travel farther than the inner wheel. The differential permits the two rear wheels to rotate different amounts when the car goes around a turn, while still delivering power to both rear wheels. The rear axles are attached to the wheels and have bevel side gears on the