The role of the alternator is to provide continual charge to the battery whilst engine is running. This supply of power prevents the battery from discharge, and provides the requested power to the car’s electrical devices.

The alternator is connected and powered by the crankshaft through a drive belt. When the engine is running, the drive belt rotates the alternator, which converts the kinetic energy into electrical current. The general principle is to transform the movement initiated by the flywheel into electricity. The reliability, the safety and the best quality of new products are driven by constant innovation and strong testing criteria.

Thanks to its strong O.E. presence, Valeo is able to provide alternators for the latest car applications in a short time to market, like for Audi A6, Mercedes C Class, Renault Clio IV and Volkswagen Golf VII. The new units range consists of the finest possible products thanks to Valeo O.E. demanding testing standards.