The alternator in my daily driver 2003 BMW 530i just died. Before I delve into the nuts and bolts of the replacement, it’ll be useful to give you the context on alternators in daily driven modern cars ...

Without battery power, your starter won't crank. Without a good, reliable starter, your engine won't start. Without your engine running, your alternator won't turn. And without your alternator turning ...

Car Craft recently took a big leap forward in performance with our 1972 "Low Dollar Dart" project car, when we switched from 2.91 gears to a more performance-oriented 3.55 Sure-Grip centersection.

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. The alternator is a device that keeps your car’s electrical system running once the engine is on. It’s essentially ...

It's not unusual to add or change engine-driven accessories to a classic truck, but that often requires other changes as well. A case in point is the Chevy shown here. Updating the air conditioning ...

You may have seen Wicked Willys in Jp Magazine, or in Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road’s Ultimate Adventure last year. It’s big, loud, and a definite eye-catcher. It was finished just before UA last year ...

Automotive vehicles require sophisticated power management to support demands for higher fuel efficiency, improved performance and increased electric loads. The power electronics associated with these ...

Last week, I talked about how the alternator in my daily driver 2003 BMW E39 530i died while my wife and I were in southern ...