Off-Grid Power

An inverter is a device that converts 12V DC power from your vehicle or auxiliary battery into 110V AC power — the same type of electricity you get from standard outlets at home. With an inverter, you can run everyday appliances and tools straight from your vehicle. 

An auxiliary battery, also called a secondary battery, is an extra battery installed in your vehicle, trailer, RV, or boat. While the starter battery is dedicated to cranking the engine, the auxiliary battery powers your accessories and equipment. 

A portable power station is a rechargeable, all-in-one battery system that lets you power appliances, tools, and devices anywhere. Unlike a traditional generator, it’s quiet, clean, and fuel-free. It stores energy in a built-in battery and provides multiple outputs such as USB ports, 12V sockets, and AC outlets, so you can charge or run a wide range of gear. 

Jake Delger is a full-time content creator and business owner based in Eastern Washington. As someone who relies on his vehicle to support both work and daily living, Jake needed a robust and reliable power system that could support extended off-grid travel. Without a system he could trust, the risk of losing productivity, or comfort, on remote shoots was a real concern. 

Jim Beaver is a professional off-road racer, media personality, car builder, and adventurer whose life revolves around performance, exploration, and pushing limits. Whether on the track, in the garage, or camping deep in the backcountry, Jim depends on his gear to keep up with his pace.

When partnering with Ford on an electric vehicle project, Jim set out to prove that an EV could support off-grid adventure. But powering essential accessories while camping in remote locations presented a new challenge. 

Heading off in the campervan? Powering your trip with solar panels or a solar blanket is the logical next move.  Whether you plan to charge your devices or just want to keep the lights on; learn how to calculate how much power you need so you can choose the best option to suit your appliances.

With less space in modern 4WDs to install dual battery systems, people are turning toward battery boxes and portable power systems. But not all portable power is created equal, we're talking the GoBlock vs traditional battery boxes.

When we’re Overlanding and living on the road, batteries play a big part of our activities. No longer do we seem to be able to live these leisurely camping activities without the need of a fridge, lights and/or any other non-essential power-hungry device. But the big questions when choosing a battery for these systems are What Sort, What Type and How Long?  

Overlanding across lengthy stretches of road can be a difficult task due to the time, few places to stop off at and the minimal amounts of cars and people. For a safer journey, keep your mind active and your power running with these tips from REDARC.

Staying off-grid can be super easy with the right equipment. Here at REDARC, we have taken it back to basics to explain our Manager30 and BCDC range, to keep you connected and fully charged up!

REDARC explain how, with a little bit of know-how and the right gear, you can wire up your vehicle to be a reliable 12V powerhouse.

Do you really need a pure sine wave inverter in your RV, camper trailer or truck? Find out how useful they can be when you're off-road or off-the-grid