Right, the alternator would be providing the electricity, but you’d be plugging your AC charger into the 12v inverter to charge the battery in the cabin. Read more

My first foray, years ago, was a six-month around-the-US trip for a book tour.
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Yep, that’s a good one. I keep one in the glovebox. Read more

I’d love to, but I can’t afford a second vehicle. This minivan is also my day-to-day driver at home, so I’m basically trying to split the difference between the two types. I also agree with dave1827, the reduced cost and conspicuousness are also big advantages for me. Read more

This is a great question. While no answer is going to be a perfect fit for all situations, I do keep a baseball bat in the back end of the van and pepper spray in the front. I rely on the tinted windows to obscure what’s inside with black sheets (black inside the car through the tint is just nothingness). I also tend… Read more