Not Charging

Why does my auxiliary battery not charge while driving?​ If you’re running a 12V fridge in your 4Runner or RAV4, you’ve probably seen “0W Input” on your power station screen. Last July, I stopped on a dirt pullout outside Moab and realized my aux setup wasn’t just failing—it was eating my starter battery alive. Designing … Read more

Understanding cigarette lighter charging limits of modern SUVs is the difference between keeping your portable power station full and draining your starting battery. On a recent week-long road trip, I drained my Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 running my fridge and charging my laptop overnight. The next morning, I plugged the battery into my RAV4’s rear 12V accessory … Read more