Camping Setup

The short answer to can a portable power station run a diesel heater overnight is YES, but only with the right setup. After 5 years of testing 12 different portable power stations with 8 diesel heater models, I’ve discovered the exact combinations that work and those that will leave you freezing at 3 AM. If you’re wondering if portable power stations … Read more

How long will a portable power station run a 12v fridge overnight? The honest answer is a math problem, not a single number. It comes down to two things. First, how much your specific fridge pulls in a day. Second, how many usable watt-hours your station actually holds. I’ve run a Dometic-style 12V fridge off … Read more

Calculating whether can a 500wh power station run a 12v fridge for 2 days is the single most important power calculation you must perform before heading out on a weekend dry camping trip. I learned this lesson the hard way during my first overlanding season. I plugged my Dometic CFX3 40L portable compressor fridge into … Read more

If you’re wondering how much power does a diesel heater use overnight, you’re asking the right question for SUV camping success. After testing 8 different diesel heaters with 5 portable power stations over 3 winters, I’ve discovered the exact power consumption that determines whether your setup will keep you warm all night or leave you shivering at 3 … Read more

If you’ve ever asked what temperature is too hot for a portable power station, you’re not alone. After 5 years of testing Anker SOLIX, Jackery, EcoFlow, and Bluetti units in deserts, mountains, and everything in between, I’ve discovered the exact heat thresholds that separate safe operation from potential damage. Understanding what temperature is too hot for a portable power … Read more

If you’re serious about SUV camping, knowing how to charge a portable power station while driving an suv is the game-changer that separates the weekend warriors from the true overlanders. After 5 years of testing every charging method imaginable in my Toyota 4Runner, I’ve identified the 5 most effective ways to keep your power station topped up while on … Read more

I get asked what size power station do i need for suv camping more than any other question, and after 5 years of testing different setups in my Toyota 4Runner, I’ve finally nailed down the exact sizing formula. The truth is, most people overspend on massive units they don’t need, or worse, buy something too small and wake … Read more

The how to run a car fridge in an suv without draining the car battery problem is the single most common question I get from overlanders, and for good reason—get it wrong, and you’ll wake up to a dead vehicle and spoiled food. After testing dozens of setups across different SUV models, I’ve identified the only three proven … Read more

The how to prevent suv battery dying overnight camping challenge is real, and waking up to a dead SUV battery after a night of camping is every overlander’s nightmare, and it’s a problem I’ve solved through years of testing and real-world experience. SUV battery drain prevention – Hero image showing the consequences of battery drain The truth … Read more

Can a 500wh power station run a 12v fridge overnight is the most common question from SUV campers buying their first power station. A 500Wh unit is affordable, compact, and fits easily in a 4Runner or RAV4 trunk, but will it keep your food cold until morning? The short answer: Yes, in mild 60-75F weather with … Read more