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Founder & CEO Andrew Amigo Featured on Trucker Tools Blog

Blackburn's Founder and CEO Andrew Amigo was featured in the Trucker Tools Blog. Andrew shares his motivation for inventing a technology and starting...

Spec’ing out an Electric APU? 5 Reasons to Choose Hybrid Charging Over Upgrading to a Larger Engine Alternator

When most fleets invest in electric AC units, they will often upgrade the 130-160-amp stock engine alternator to a 280-320-amp alternator to support...

An interview with professional driver & brand ambassador Jacinda Duran

Blackburn Energy is super proud to have professional driver Jacinda Duran of Jacindaladytruckn fame join the Blackburn team as our first brand...

3 Tips to Prevent Premature Battery Failure in Cold Weather

Blackburn's Sales Director Mark Moreschi had a stellar career in battery sales and replacement before joining Blackburn Energy. Laynie interviews him...

The Boston Trucker Visits Blackburn

We are excited that Mike the Boston Trucker stopped by Blackburn to talk with Andrew about how Blackburn's unique charging system RelGen makes life...

Part 2: Configuration Tips for Fleet Managers to Improve Electric APU Performance

This is the second post in our two-part series: How to Maximize the Performance of Your Electric APU. In this second part, we will focus on tips for...

Part 1: Driver Pro Tips to Optimize the Performance of Your Electric APU

This is the first in a two-part series on how to maximize the performance of your electrified AC in your sleeper bunk. Part 1 is focused on tips for...

What are RelGen's Advantages over an Engine Alternator?

Upgrading your engine alternator is not the answer for charging your auxiliary batteries. Learn why in this interview with our Founder and CEO,...

Invest in Electric APUs and Solve Their Charging Problems with RelGen

Electric and diesel APUs both have their shortcomings but, when installed with RelGen, electric APUs are far superior. Learn more in our short...