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  1. M

    Is it possible to draw too much 12V, etc. power?

    To clarify, the shut-off feature cuts power to whatever is being charged. Not the car's battery. Thanks!
  2. M

    Is it possible to draw too much 12V, etc. power?

    I am heading out on my first long-term trip soon and have a question about drawing 12V and other power while I'm driving. My Highlander has 2 12V ports and 4 USB ports for charging. If I'm using all of these outlets at the same time while driving, is the car battery still charging? Do I need to...
  3. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Thank you!!!
  4. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Thanks! You as well.
  5. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Just an update! I upgraded to a 2017 Toyota Highlander. I'll certainly miss some of the advantages of the compact Mazda3, but I think the extra space inside the Highlander will be worth the higher gas costs. Hopefully.
  6. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Just catching up on this thread -- I've never had a problem with the sand fleas at Assateague. The mosquitoes, on the other hand.... Makes it worthwhile to camp in the wind at the beach rather than on the bay side.
  7. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Mine's been a great car. I'd just like to have more headroom with the seats folded down and I'd prefer a 4WD/AWD at this point. I'm looking at the CX9, which is the SUV version, along with a couple comparables.
  8. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Thank you! I should clarify that I still am in sticks-and-bricks, but when I venture out, it's in my Mazda.
  9. M

    Road Trip Upcoming

    Hi all! New member. I've been lurking on the YouTube channel for a while. I'm doing a 3-week roadtrip from Maryland to Wyoming and back soon. Currently in a Mazda 3 hatchback, but hoping to get something taller for trips like this. I'm an experienced Assateague Island National Seashore camper if...
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