780099: Two-Speed Axles for Light Trucks - Technical Paper

Event: 1978 Automotive Engineering Congress and Exposition

Authors

Spicer Axle Div., Dana Corp.

Spicer Axle Div., Dana Corp.

Abstract

Content: Discusses federal regulations of fuel economy as a restraint of vehicle performance. Develops a case for the need for greater selection of gear ratios over the range of intended vehicle use. Describes the musts and wants for vehicle design. Relates the musts and wants to two-speed axles as a solution. Describes a two-speed axle design.

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Topics: Vehicle performance
Axles

Affiliated or Co-Author: Spicer Axle Div., Dana Corp.

Details

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4271/780099

Pages: 12

Citation: Hobson, D., and Hickey, J., "Two-Speed Axles for Light Trucks," SAE Technical Paper 780099, 1978, https://doi.org/10.4271/780099.

Additional Details

Publisher: SAE International

Published: Feb 1, 1978

Product Code: 780099

Content Type: Technical Paper

Language: English