BMW calls the 15-horsepower 48 volt electric motor in the new CE 02 electric scooter an "externally excited air-cooled synchronous motor." That's a really fancy way of saying that the Motorrad ...

More power from lighter, smaller starter motors and alternators is the consistent request from automakers. Matthew Beecham reports on how rotating electric suppliers are responding. The increasing use ...

Yes, in most cases you should replace your car's serpentine belt when replacing the alternator. It's just much simpler to do ...

Horse Sense:Before new alternators are released for sale, manufacturers evaluate their products using an industry-standard test sequence that covers a variety of outputs: maximum power, regulator set ...

Novi, MI -- Fire trucks are tasked with powering complex electrical systems at engine idle and require an alternator that is capable of meeting demanding voltage requirements under extreme conditions.

The alternator in your vehicle is not a disposable item like the engine oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), or radiator coolant. The average lifespan of an alternator is around 80,000 to 150,000 ...

NOVI, MI (May 19, 2020) - Prestolite Electric, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-output alternators for OE manufacturers and the aftermarket, announced today that it will begin producing a ...

Classic Mustangs had marginal charging systems when they were new with amperage output ratings ranging from 38-65 amps. Most remanufactured Autolite and Motorcraft 1G alternators are 65 amps these ...