This video measures how much voltage an automotive alternator can generate when it’s spun by a waterjet — a hands-on science ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

It doesn’t matter whether it’s in the deep chill of winter or the heat of summer, on a work truck, emergency vehicle, or personal rig—the last thing a driver wants to see or hear are dim headlights ...

I had to get my alternator replaced a couple days ago on my '95 Saturn SL1 and was wondering if there are any early warning signs I should have noticed. I mean, the check battery light had come on and ...

The alternator is responsible for charging the car battery and powering all the car's onboard network consumers. If it fails or is unstable, the battery will either not be charged or start discharging ...