A DC-to-DC charger uses excess engine-alternator current, typically redirected from the starting battery bank, to charge the house battery bank. This can also be performed by an automatic charging ...

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 ...

Last week, I wrote about moving forward with installing air conditioning in my ’69 Lotus Elan +2 coupe. I took the first step and waded in with the installation of a condenser and electric fans in ...

A faulty alternator not only makes the safe operation of a car impossible but can significantly damage the entire vehicle. For instance, faults in the electrical part of the alternator lead to severe ...