rear wheel

Bicycle's hind spinner

The wheel at the back of a vehicle, as opposed to the front wheel.

In bicycles and motorcycles, the rear wheel typically receives power from the drivetrain: The chain connects the pedals to the rear wheel.

In rear-wheel-drive cars, the rear wheels provide propulsion while the front wheels steer.

Related
  • tireLose strength or energy
  • flat tireDeflated vehicle wheel
  • hubCentral connection point
  • hub capDecorative automotive wheel cover
  • axleShaft for wheel rotation

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rear wheelfront wheel

steering wheel · front wheels · driving wheel

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G