Transaxle

Csonka transaxle from 1908
Drawing of the "Alfa Transaxle" layout, with gearbox mounted in block at the rear differential; also inboard brakes to reduce unsprung mass

A transaxle is a single mechanical device which combines the functions of an automobile's transmission, axle, and differential into one integrated assembly.[1] It can be produced in both manual and automatic versions.

  1. ^ "What is a Transaxle? (With pictures)".