Driveline
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The drivetrain minus the engine and transmission
- 2 The powertrain in general
"Battery technology has evolved considerably; hybrids have arrived, priced to reflect their need for two power plants instead of one and a battery that by itself is one-third of the car’s driveline cost."
Example
More examples"Battery technology has evolved considerably; hybrids have arrived, priced to reflect their need for two power plants instead of one and a battery that by itself is one-third of the car’s driveline cost."
Etymology
From drive + line.
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