Powerlite teams up with the HCVA

We are immensely proud to be part of the newly formed Historic & Classic Vehicles Alliance a new, powerful voice for everyone who has an interest in protecting the future of classic and historic vehicles.

The HCVA have a simple message – to build a broad base of membership from across the industry, owners and the public, creating a launching pad to engage decision makers and address those in power to ensure there is a viable future for all.

The figures for our industry are mind boggling – there are over 3 million classic cars still on the road and the industry generates more than £18 billion per year whilst employing over 113,000 people.

And we need to celebrate what we are good at. At a time of national identity crisis, let’s recognise the skills that we have in the industry, the legacy of the cars that we have built and the innovation that once made Great Britain the world leader in car design and production.

Powerlite were asked to be involved due to our longstanding involvement in classic rotating electrics – we have been remanufacturing since the early 1970’s and are now the biggest supplier of classic car starters, alternators and dynamos in the UK.

We are also home to the Powerlite range of upgraded units, designed specifically to improve and enhance the experience of classic motoring.

For more information, and to see what the aims are to protect and our industry, please see the HCVA website at www.hcva.co.uk

Dynalite - now with new look labels!

Unmatched quality. Unbeatable reputation. The original and STILL the best.

The Dynalite was invented, designed and tested by Powerlite. We were the first ever company to create “an alternator that looks like a dynamo” for British classic cars and more than 20 years on it is still the best available anywhere in the world, providing tens of thousands of classic car owners with the perfect solution of retaining that period look but having the benefits of modern technology.

At Powerlite, we know the importance of quality.  We make products that you can rely on – products that we are proud to stand behind.

And that’s why each and every Dynalite comes with an unbeatable LIFETIME WARRANTY.

For more information, please contact our sales team on + 44 1384 261984 or email sales@powerlite-units.com

MGB Starters - we've got everything covered!

From OE Lucas remanufactured units for the concourse look, right through to the tiny MicroStart for historic race applications, we have everything covered.  Available in OE remanufactured Lucas, Offset Gear Reduced, Slimline or Microstart versions, no-one has a range like ours.

All proudly Made in the UK by skilled auto electricians and with an unrivalled three year warranty, these starters are guaranteed to get you started. Along with our range of Dynalites and Alternators, you can be sure Powerlite have the perfect solution for your beloved MG.

Please email sales@powerlite-units.com, or call 01384 261984, for more details about any of the Powerlite range.

Rory - The Vintage Wireman

A day in the life of the Vintage Wireman can never be described as ordinary or predictable!

When we asked Rory what he was currently working on, he had a pre-war Bentley, a Wolseley, a Triumph TR4 and a 1970s Mercedes lined up for that day.

Rory Oliver-Hall is the founder of The Vintage Wireman and has been fascinated by engines and electronics from childhood - as he puts it, he’s always had a passion for tinkering.  His background includes a graduate training scheme with Rover, impressively joining the Stewart F1 Team working on electronics and control systems, and beyond that into industry sectors covering automotive, aerospace, rail and power.

But his passion for vintage cars led him to setting up his own workshop in the heart of the Cotswolds, which gives him excellent access to customers in the Midlands, Wales and the south.

Whilst he specialises in re-wiring, restoration and installation for veteran, vintage pre-war and classic vehicles, there’s pretty much nothing that Rory won’t turn his hand to.  He says some of the more unusual projects have included a 1960s Trojan Bubble Car and a 1930s Leyland Lioness Fire Engine (pictured above), repaired in readiness for sale by the owner.   

Besides working on fantastic classics owned by his customers, Rory also has a passion for collecting.  He admits to having eighteen in his stash, but you can be sure he’s always on the look out for additions.  His favourite for taking out on sunny days has got to be his fabulous blue Lotus Elise - and why wouldn’t it be!

We are delighted to welcome The Vintage Wireman as a specialist distributor for the Powerlite range of products and look forward to a long and successful partnership.

Contact Rory on  rory@vintagewireman.co.uk or www.vintagewireman.co.uk.

Rory Oliver-Hall (R) pictured with Powerlite's Rob Manger on a visit to the Powerlite offices.

Sneak preview of next big project

We’re working away on a whole series of alternator kit upgrades for all the Classics, using our massive range of alternators.  So if you’re going from a dynamo to a modern alternator or simply want to up your power, we will have something for you.

Watch this space!

For more details on this or our range of performance electrics, contact us at sales@powerlite-units.com

The most versatile alternator in our range

Introducing the most versatile alternator in our range - the "Multi-Mount".  This skinny little unit weighs in at just 2.9 kilos but still kicks out a whopping 45 amps.

Built right here at Powerlite, it features a sturdy, aluminium multi drilled bracket which can be indexed in any position - perfect when space is tight in a single seater, kit car or hill climb.  It's also available with a 100 mm pulley for extreme race conditions.
 
For more details on the RAC065 click here. 

Or for some friendly advice about this or any other product in our range email our awesome sales team at  sales@powerlite-units.com or 01384 261984.

Classics Big Giveaway Week

Here's a fantastic chance to win some amazing prizes in the Classics Big Giveaway Week.

We have teamed up with Classic Cars Magazine and Practical Classics Magazine, offering you the chance to win one of our High Torque Starter Motors and a Multi-Mount Alternator.

Prizes are being released daily, and today you can enter the draw for the Powerlite Starter, worth £230. Simply click here and enter your details: https://www.classicsbiggiveawayweek.co.uk/powerlite-starter-motor

Visit the site again on Sunday 4th April for a chance to win a Powerlite RAC 068 Alternator.

Don't miss out! There are over £1000 worth of prizes up for grabs - just enter the daily draws.

Another industry first from Powerlite - introducing
the Floating Pulley

Always at the forefront of new ideas to improve starting and charging technology, Powerlite have invented a new style of alternator pulley aimed to combat the issues of excessive whip on fan belts - a frustrating and potentially costly problem.

When fitted to our race-proven alternators, the Floating Pulley centralises the fan belt, reduces tension and guides the belt smoothly around the pulley, even under extreme circumstances such as an over-rev or a missed gear.

Powerlite race alternators are not only extremely light at just 3 kilos but have proven time and again to be the ultimate in race technology.  Fitted with the very best quality NSK bearings and built to last right here in the UK by skilled auto electricians, they are widely used by the best race teams in the country and have claimed wins in the most prestigious events, including the Goodwood Revival and Silverstone Classic.


                      
 

The Floating Pulley and its improvements in alternator race technology has been developed with the team at Swiftune and we are proud to be associated with such a successful and innovative company in this exciting new development.

For more details please get in touch with our expert Sales Team on 01384 261984 or sales@powerlite-units.com.

Powerstart back in stock soon!

The Powerstart remote motorcycle starter is manufactured here in the UK by our in-house dedicated engineering team using the latest technology and material.  It’s unique, ergonomic design, combined with powerful cranking capacity make it perfect for effortless starting in either the garage or paddock.

The Powerstart comes complete and "ready to go" with everything you need.  You can operate the bike starter with the simple footswitch mechanism, or, for extra ease of use, see our Powerstart Pro model that also has unique remote key fob.

Used and trusted by top race teams and enthusiasts all over Europe, the Powerstart combines the best of British workmanship, design and ingenuity to provide the perfect, effortless start every time.

Stocks will sell out soon so please get in touch to secure your order!

World’s First Drive Thru
Reman Service

We are open!

We have put together a small skeleton staff to carry on building the very best High Torque Starter Motors, Lightweight Alternators and our world famous “Dynalites” and we will be open to trade from 3rd April, 08.00 to 16.00 every week day.

And, true to form as we are always at the forefront of every new development in the industry, we have created the world’s first “Drive Thru Reman Service”!

If you are in the area and need your unit to be remanufactured, just give us a call when you’re here and one of our team will come out and serve you.

Sorry, no burgers or shakes…

Thanks for your continued support - we are all very grateful in these tough times. Stay safe!

Michael Hadley 07850 718113
Rob Manger 07831 455040

Powerlite is very much ‘Open for Business’

If we can be of help during this challenging time, please do not hesitate to contact any of the Powerlite Team on sales@powerlite-units.com or call 01384 261984.

Ace Fitting Centre Revitalises 1970 E-Type.

We love getting feedback, but when it comes via one of our select fitting centres it’s even better, showing our chosen partner workshops offer great service alongside our great products.

Working on a 1970 Jaguar E-type series II 4.2, Acespeed Historic Motorsport was eager to feedback the positive comments it received from the classic’s owner, Andy Conreen.

After replacing the existing starter motor with a Powerlite unit, Andy ‘Ace’ Harrison was told: “It spins the engine over twice as fast, is about the half the weight of the original and due to its compact size is so much easier to install.”

The starter motor used was a RAC303 - a strong, off-set, gear-reduced unit, which delivers huge cranking torque through a set of steel internal gears. It’s lightweight, compact and durable, starting the engine faster with immense power, whilst drawing less current from the battery.

Acespeed, based in Shipley, West Yorkshire, restore and prepare historic motor cars for road, rally, track days and race championships. Full details can be found at www.acespeed.co.uk.

If you would like more information about our approved fitting centres click here.

Or if your company would like to be an official workshop facility for our products, then please contact us on sales@powerlite-units.com.