drivetrain

noun

drive·​train ˈdrīv-ˌtrān 

: 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

Examples of drivetrain in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Summary Ferrari's stock initially plunged 8% after unveiling its first electric car, the Luce, on May 25, with investors questioning its styling and electric drivetrain. — Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Adding air to both air-up tires and control the loudest part of the unit (its drivetrain) is an obvious next step. — New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2026

Autoworkers initially viewed EVs as an existential threat, fearing that simpler electric drivetrains would mean far fewer assembly jobs. — Jason Dressel, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

In addition, the vessel also features an electric drivetrain. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for drivetrain

• aeroplane
• appertain
• ascertain
• capitaine
• cassegrain
• cellophane
• chatelaine
• counterpane
• entertain
• halothane
• hurricane
• hyperplane