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Truck driver resources

Every calculator, guide, and reference on this site — one page.

Updated October 5, 2026

One page, everything we make. Tools for the math, guides for the decisions, reviews for the gear.

Calculators & tools

Inverter size calculator — what size inverter your devices need.
Cooler battery drain calculator — overnight power use.
Fridge battery runtime estimator — how long your batteries last.
Heated blanket runtime calculator — blanket power math.
Winter idling payback calculator — bunk heater vs idling.
Winter idle fuel cost calculator — what idling really costs.
Fuel calculator — trip fuel math.
Coffee calculator — your caffeine economics.
Cab solar sizing calculator — solar for the sleeper.
Cooler size picker — what capacity you need.
Tire chain finder — chains for your setup.

Buying guides

Best 12V coolers · Best power stations · Best seat cushions · Best dash cams · Best 12V fans · Best tire chains

Topic guides

Winter cab comfort · Diesel bunk heaters · Winter emergency gear · Cooking in the truck · Back pain & posture · 12V outlet safety

Comparisons

Cooler showdown · Power station showdown · Seat cushion showdown · Dash cam showdown

The right answer is usually a calculator away.

How we score

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