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while the car is running there is a belt conected to a pully and that rus to an alternator that creates the power to charge your battery and your cars other features such as radio headlight etc etc The alternator is a modern version of the old dynamo and as kid says is right.. however the advantage over the old dynamo is the alternator has a built in safety that stops the battery getting over charged and burning out
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Can car batteries be charged?
Yes, all automobile batteries can be charged.
How long does an electric car have to be charged for?
An electric car needs to be charged until the indicator on the charger says the batteries are charged. It will depend on the amperage of the batteries, the way the charging mechanism works, and the percentage of discharge of the batteries.
What is wrong with your car if your voltage light comes on and the car sputters while your driving?
Your alternator is not keeping the battery charged.
Is it safe to charge a battery while in use?
This depends on the type of battery. Car batteries are always charged while in use. With other types of batteries, this is not recommended and may result in a battery explosion or damage to the device the battery is powering.
What is the voltage of most car batteries?
12.6 volts when fully charged.
What could you get charged with if you kill a passenger in your own car while driving drunk?
You'd probably be charged with DUI and Vehicular Homicide, though there are other crimes that could also be charged, such as Manslaughter.
Is selenium used as the anode in car batteries?
No, car batteries use lead for both plates. When charged the positive plate becomes white lead oxide.
Is a battery car an example of solar energy?
Car batteries are seldom charged by solar energy. Normally, they are charged by the engine of the car, which powers an alternator, providing electrical power.
When driving 97 ford explorer while accelerating car shuts down then battery clicks?
Your alternator is probably not keeping the battery charged while the car is running. You need a new alternator!!
Do new car batteries come fully charged?
Not fully, but these days come more than half charged, yes.
What do electric car batteries do?
They can be charged instead of using gas. considered eco-friendly
Why don't car batteries run out of charges after a few starts?
Because the alternator keeps the battery charged when the car is running.
