Aftermarket Alternators

Motor vehicles have sure come a long way since Karl Benz’s first-ever Motorwagen in 1885. Since then, vehicles have branched out and evolved from horseless carriages to luxury coaches to highway cruisers, personal luxury coupes, performance cars, family sedans, cargo haulers, off-road and utility trucks, and large SUVs. Advancements in automotive technology led to features and comfort amenities that we enjoy today such as high-horsepower engines, active handling and stability systems, anti-lock brakes, variable effort steering, amplified stereo with in-dash infotainment and navigation, and other accoutrements. Naturally, with the increased power demand that these components require, a new power system had to be created in order to accommodate them. Prior to 1960, cars used a DC dynamo generator but as cars and trucks became more sophisticated, as in the case of Chrysler’s 1960 Plymouth Valiant, alternators supplanted dynamos to keep the battery charged and power the accessories such as headlamps, windshield wipers, brake lights, and turn signals. The Valiant was the first mainstream production car to use an alternator and soon, they were being incorporated into the electrical systems of all cars across all makes and models. The alternator is a core component to your vehicle’s driveability. A failed or failing alternator can hinder engine starting and compromise the functionality of the entire electrical system. If you suspect that your alternator may be due for a replacement, Discount Starter & Alternator is your source for brand new, aftermarket, replacement alternators that meet or exceed OEM specifications. We carry a vast selection of aftermarket alternators for regular passenger vehicles as well as heavy-duty industrial machines, construction, and farming equipment. Shop Discount Starter & Alternator and buy aftermarket alternators online.