A truck driver wants to isolate the starter battery and replace the remaining batteries with LiFePo for auxiliary power but lacks a clear, safe method to do so.

No straightforward, DIY-friendly solution or product exists to safely isolate a starter battery in a 4-battery Volvo system and swap the rest to LiFePo without risking electrical issues.

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2Mild

Willingness to Pay

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Added

May 24, 2026

Workarounds Described

daydreaming about isolating the starter and swapping batteries

App Concept

TruckPower Split

TruckPower Split is a plug-and-play battery isolation and conversion kit for semi-trucks. It enables drivers to safely isolate the starter battery from auxiliary batteries, allowing seamless upgrade to LiFePo for inverters and appliances without rewiring the entire system.

Key Features

Pre-wired isolation module with voltage sensing
Plug-and-play harness for 4-battery Volvo trucks
Compatible with LiFePo and lead-acid mixed setups
Integrated battery monitoring and overcharge protection

Target Users: Truck drivers and fleet operators with 4-battery Volvo trucks seeking to upgrade auxiliary power to LiFePo

Revenue Model: $299 one-time kit purchase, plus $49 for optional monitoring app subscription

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