An alternator is a generator that produces the electricity stored in a vehicle’s 12-volt battery and powers the starter motor for the engine and the various computers, lights, power windows and locks, ...

We all expect our car to start every time we turn the key. And it usually will, as long as there’s enough electricity stored in the battery to do the job. That’s especially important when the ...

When assessing your street rod's charging system, it's important to understand how an alternator works and what other factors may affect its performance. Simply put, alternators are converters. They ...

The EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus power station and EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger make a powerful, portable solution for charging ...

If you've ever wondered how your car's battery stays charged, wonder no more. I cracked open a junkyard alternator and recorded the wonders that lie within in the second installation of our new video ...

Disconnecting the battery while the engine is running isn't a valid test for alternator function and may damage sensitive electronic parts. Instead, use a common voltmeter and the following test ...

(ISeeCars) – Your alternator is one of the hardest working parts on your vehicle. It’s a common misconception that the battery in your vehicle is what supplies your power while the vehicle is running.

Brake regen is typically associated with electrified cars, converting kinetic energy recovered under braking back into juice for the battery pack. Mazda, however, has been using a system it calls ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (ISeeCars) – Your alternator is one of the ...