rear-wheel drivetrain (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈrɪər ˌwiːl ˈdraɪvtreɪn/
Definition
A system of components that transmits power from an engine to the rear wheels of a vehicle, causing them to rotate and propel the vehicle forward.
Examples
The sports car's rear-wheel drivetrain gave it exceptional acceleration and handling.
Rear-wheel drivetrain vehicles often require more maintenance than front-wheel drive models.
The engineer designed a custom rear-wheel drivetrain for the racing team's new car.
How to Use rear-wheel drivetrain
- rear-wheel drivetrain system (noun phrase)
- the entire system of components that transmits power to the rear wheels — "The rear-wheel drivetrain system in the new car model is more efficient than its predecessor."
- rear-wheel drivetrain design (noun phrase)
- the planning and creation of a rear-wheel drivetrain system — "The engineer's rear-wheel drivetrain design won an award for innovation."
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