ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Differential ring

Okay, so let's imagine you have a toy car with two wheels. When you turn the car, both wheels turn at the same speed and in the same direction. But what if there was a way to make one wheel turn faster or slower than the other? That's where a differential comes in.

A differential is like a special gear system that allows the wheels on a car (or other vehicle) to turn at different speeds. This is important because when you turn a corner, one wheel has to travel a longer distance than the other, which means they need to turn at different speeds.

Now, a differential ring is like the outer casing of the differential. It's the part that holds everything in place and allows the gears inside to turn smoothly. Think of it like the frame of a puzzle - it holds all the pieces together and helps you see the big picture.

So, when we talk about a differential ring, we're really talking about a specific part of the differential that helps the car turn smoothly and safely. It might seem simple, but it's actually a really important part of any vehicle with a differential.