Posts Tagged: V Belt versus Serpentine Belt

Serpentine Belt versus V Belt — Why Carmakers Switched

Why Carmakers Switched from V Belts to Serpentine Belts V belts were used to drive components like the alternator, power steering pump, AC compressor and water pump in traditional forward-facing longitudinal engines where space wasn’t an issue. However, as engine compartment space became more scarce, carmakers switched from the V style to serpentine belts for two reasons; to save space and to reduce cost It drives more components in less space. Back in the V belt days, carmakers might have 3 V belts to drive the alternator, power steering pump, … Read More