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Alternator Facts (Failing Alternator)
If you notice that your headlights are flickering at night, that's something to pay attention to. While there could be many different things that could cause that problem, one possibility is your vehi...
Published on: Dec 21, 2025
Your Vehicle's Other Power Plant (Alternator Replacement)
Your vehicle's engine is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a power plant. But it has another power source that is vital as well: the alternator.
The alternator is wha...
Published on: Nov 30, 2025
Staying In Charge (Alternator Repair)
Seems like these days, we're hearing about more and more electric or hybrid vehicles. Keep in mind that conventional gasoline internal combustion vehicles have important electrical components, t...
Published on: Oct 29, 2023
A Non-Starter (Alternator Problems in Cold Weather)
As the temperatures dip, we all know there could be problems starting our vehicles. After all, batteries can grow old and not hold a charge as well as when they were newer. Or starters can go bad.&nbs...
Published on: Feb 13, 2022
VIP Tire & Service Alternator Replacement Service in New England
Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that – it's all about the alternator.
Driving around New England is a l...
Published on: Jan 24, 2021
The Power Behind your Engine (Alternator Diagnosis and Repair)
There's nothing like that sinking feeling when you turn the key and nothing happens in your vehicle. A lot of us are quick to blame the battery. But it may instead be your alternator that'...
Published on: Jan 03, 2021
VIP Tire & Service Automotive Tips: Alternator
Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. That’s everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of ...
Published on: May 31, 2020