drivetrain

noun

drive·​train ˈdrīv-ˌtrān How to pronounce drivetrain (audio)
: the parts (such as the universal joint and the driveshaft) that connect the transmission with the driving axles of an automobile
also : power train
the drivetrain warranty

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That frame will also be optimized for a belt-drive drivetrain, which will be paired with a wider-range hub motor. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024 These are in addition to the van’s standard hybrid drivetrain that nets up to 36 mpg, along with the optional all-wheel-drive system that enhances the Sienna’s all-weather capabilities. Karl Brauer, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 Most surprisingly, both the internal-combustion and electric drivetrains will pair to a six-speed manual transmission. Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2024 Consider an automotive company with an R&D department designing a next-generation electric drivetrain. Walt Hearn, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for drivetrain 

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First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of drivetrain was in 1938

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“Drivetrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drivetrain. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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