Idling Efficiency: Is It Worth Letting Your Truck Idle Just to Charge the Batteries?
Idling to charge your truck's batteries is almost never worth it. This practice wastes expensive fuel, accelerates engine wear, and delivers a minimal charge.
Preventing Frozen Pipes: Calculating Energy Usage for Running Heat Tape on Batteries
Preventing frozen pipes in an off-grid cabin or RV is critical. This guide shows how to calculate heat tape energy usage for your battery bank to avoid burst pipes.
Is 100% Full Best? Why Storing Fully Charged Batteries Is Actually "Killing" Them
Storing fully charged batteries at 100% accelerates degradation and shortens their lifespan. A 40-60% charge is ideal for storage to preserve capacity and safety.
Heated Gear Power: Lithium Warming Solutions for Motorcyclists and Outdoor Workers
Powering heated gear is simple with the right lithium battery. Get guidance on choosing 7.4V vs 12V packs, maximizing runtime, and safety for motorcycle and outdoor use.