How much solar power do I need for my RV? This is a question we get asked all the time. So often, in fact, we developed this article from a compilation of emails and educational resources we’ve put together over the years. Another common question we get asked is, can I run an air conditioner […]
Batteries Tested! What Is The Best RV Battery For The Money?
Flooded, AGM, Lithium. Which battery is best? Well, we recently tested all of these in laboratory-controlled conditions. We determined the real-life performance and lifetime costs of each to share with you which is the best RV battery out there. An Unexpected Opportunity We visited Reno, Nevada where Battle Born Batteries are manufactured. While there we […]
What You Should Know About Flexible Solar Panel Performance
At first glance, flexible solar panels seem like they would be a superior product to alternative rigid solar panels, and in some regards, they are. But in other ways, flexible solar panels are much worse. We have had both rigid and flexible panels on our RV and will be sharing our real-world experience in this […]
The Beginner’s Complete Guide to RV Solar Battery Chargers
RV batteries are at the heart of your RV’s electrical system. Indeed, few things can operate without them – even if you’re plugged into shore power! Today, we’re talking about how to use solar power to keep your RV batteries charged and healthy with RV solar battery chargers, also known as RV solar systems. What […]
How To Avoid Installing Solar Panels On Your RV
Everyone is talking about RV solar power these days. From Instagram influencers to YouTubers with massive solar power setups (we included), it’s easy to be inspired and want to take advantage of making your own power from the sun. But what if the upfront costs of a major RV solar install are too much for […]
Do Lithium Batteries Fail In Cold Weather?
One of the most common questions we get asked about lithium batteries is do they work in the cold? Today, we are going to answer this question and take a scientific look at lithium batteries and cold weather. What Are Lithium Batteries? For starters, what are lithium batteries? Lithium-ion based batteries use a lithium […]