Posted on 11/29/2022
Many have confused the roles of a car alternator and a car battery because they work together. Your vehicle may have a starting problem, but you are unsure of the cause. The major areas that cause such scenarios are corroded connection cables, the vehicle's starter, dead or dying battery, or a bad alternator. Below are the differences between the roles of a car battery and an alternator. Functions of a Car Battery 1. The automotive battery stores the chemical energy that converts to electrical energy whenever you start your engine. 2. Besides turning the car engine on, it also starts the ignition system. It is the source of the whole vehicle's electricity. 3. Ensures sustainability of the car's energy system. As the engine runs, the alternator charges the battery. The battery then stores the chemical energy again for running the engine. 4. The battery also acts as a voltage regulator in high voltage spikes due to overworking. The battery is capable of absorbing excessive ... read more