From small and humble beginnings, Michael Manning and Frank Michael cofounded American Autowire in Michael's garage back in 1983. With a passion for automotive aftermarket, the two remain at the helm ...

Alternators like this one will probably disappear from the front of engines, replaced by a starter generator built into the transmission. Photo: Jim Park Within a decade’s time we will probably have ...

In recent conversations with auto manufacturers, 48-V low-voltage rail has come up frequently. But why now? 48-V automotive systems aren’t new. They’ve helped improve efficiency and performance in ...

With the rise of vehicle electrification, the number of digital power control systems and electric motors in automobiles is expanding rapidly. Correspondingly, electrical systems must be as efficient ...

GaN-inspired advances in on-board battery chargers. How AlGaN/GaN HEMTs deliver high switching frequencies. Buck converter reference design for 48-V apps that leverages GaN FETs. Electric vehicles ...