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A "generator" usually produces DC current. An "alternator" usually produces AC current. Older cars up to the 1960's used generators.

Newer cars use alternators (simpler design) with diode rectifiers to convert the AC to DC. Batteries are DC.

Some electronic circuitry (inverters) can change DC to AC.

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