Why Lead Acid Batteries Are Not Sustainable, and Alternatives Are Needed
Lead-acid batteries served their purpose. Now it's time to leave them in the past. How is modern lithium-ion tech paving the way for sustainability?
Durable Battle Born Batteries | Built On Trust & Support
As more folks develop an interest in living on the road and off-grid living, learning how to build a reliable power source is the key to success. Lithium-ion batteries are increasingly popular for these lifestyles, and with good reason! Battle Born Batteries is the leading provider of LiFePO4 batteries and…
Solar Tax Incentives for RV Homeowners
We all love living life on the road. If you’re in the know, the thought of upgrading your rig with solar and reliable energy storage is bound to cross your mind. Well, good news–there are tax incentives available for just that! Have you heard about the Inflation Reduction Act? It’s…
Beginners Guide to Victron Charge Controllers
When it comes to off-grid or backup power your battery bank is the heart of your system to keep everything operating even when there is no power generation. When there is power available however you need to safely put it into your batteries. Most times the power type available is…
Where Should I Put My Overland Battery Bank?
You want a beefy and capable overland battery bank to maximize your time adventuring. However, you can’t just put it anywhere in your overlanding vehicle. You want to find the best spot to keep it safe and secure during your adventures. So, where should you put your overland battery bank?…
Why Is My Lithium Battery Not Charging? 5 Easy Troubleshooting Tips
If you’re like most people, you love using technology, but only when it works. Using a lithium battery in your battery bank doesn’t make your power system immune from trouble. If you’re experiencing issues with your lithium battery not charging, there are a few easy troubleshooting tips you can try.…
What Is the Best Victron Battery Monitor?
Victron is known for its high-quality products in the off-grid and power management space. One area they particularly excel in is battery monitoring. Not knowing the true state of charge of your batteries can cause all kinds of problems with a power system. That’s why getting a quality battery monitor…
5 Surprising Ways Lead Harms the Environment
It’s impossible to overlook how humans and our activities here on Earth impact the planet. One impact comes from the batteries we depend on to power various items that we use every day. And lead-acid batteries are one of the most common types of batteries of rechargeable batteries. Unfortunately, over…
What Is a Deep Cycle Battery?
Batteries do so much for us, from starting our vehicles to powering our flashlights during power outages. But different types of batteries can have dramatically different strengths and intended uses. And for those who aren’t particularly knowledgeable about tech, it can get a little confusing. One of the most common…