Gates has introduced 33 new Overrunning Alternator Pulleys (OAP) to its range. These new additions mean the Gates Overrunning Alternator Pulley range now totals of 125 products covering 280 different car models across all car manufacturers.

Overrunning alternator pulleys do not only absorb vibrations and speed fluctuations in the system they also allow the use of alternators with increased power output, reduce the influence of the alternator mass on the belt drive, decrease wear and tear on all belt drive components and increase the life span of all accessory belt drive components.

Like all vehicle components, overrunning alternator pulleys do not last forever. As these components are fitted to a growing number of the latest models technicians can expect demand for replacements to rise sharply. The newly added OAPs to the Gates range cover some of the most popular models such as Citroen Xsara Picasso 2L HDi, Honda Civic 2.2L i-CTDi,Mini Cooper 1.6L, Hyundai Getz 1.5L CRDi, Volvo V70 2.4L TDi, Toyota Yaris 1.4L D4d,Fiat Bravo 1.4L T-Jet, Opel/Vauxhall Astra 1.3L CDTi, Alfa Romeo 1.8L, Volvo S60 2L Turbo and many more.

"This significant addition to the range confirms our accessory drive specialism", says Robbie De Moor, Gates Aftermarket Product Manager ABDS metals and kits. He adds "With 2300 products, Gates has the largest offering for the accessory drive system, including OAPs, TVDs, tensioners, idlers and Micro-V belts for the accessory drive."

In addition to the largest product range for all wear and tear parts in the accessory drive, Gates also offers routing diagrams, tools and technical support for a complete overhaul of the drive system.