Your garden variety automotive alternator is ripe for repurposing as is, but with a little modification, it can actually be used as a surprisingly powerful brushless motor. Looking to demonstrate ...

A vehicle alternator (or generator as it once was called) is one of those components that are easy to take for granted until it fails. Then it becomes a subject of driver hate and loathing.

Unfortunately, alternators can malfunction or break down over time, putting a damper on your travels. So, if you’re a car owner, it’s essential to be aware of the signs of a faulty alternator ...

The alternator has to have a way to convert alternating ... but the fix is probably going to last the life of the car. And there’s peace of mind for us in knowing that an irate customer isn ...

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WAI Europe has expanded its range with 12 new alternators and two new starter motors. The rotating electrics specialist says ...