I may not be a car aficionado by any stretch, but tucked away in the trunk of my car lies a gadget that I’ve grown to appreciate—a steal at just $60 thanks to Amazon’s July Fourth sale. Growing up with a grandfather who tinkered with cars, I absorbed bits of automotive knowledge, though I never expected to apply it solo. That all changed when my faithful 2011 Toyota refused to start, emitting unsettling noises. Naturally, I turned to my dad via FaceTime, who swiftly diagnosed a dead battery requiring a jumpstart. Cue the Powrun P-One car jump starter battery pack, a thoughtful gift from my dad, now discounted from $100 to $60 for Prime members.
This handy 12-volt portable jump starter has saved my day more times than I can count, featuring mini jumper cables and idiot-proof instructions. Connecting it is a breeze: hood up, cables on, plug into the battery pack, switch on, and a reassuring green light signals a solid connection. Capable of jumpstarting my car up to 25 times on a single charge, it works with both gasoline and diesel engines, making it an ideal companion for summer journeys. Beyond its primary function, it doubles as a flashlight, incorporates a built-in compass, and provides ports for charging phones and other devices. Compact and lightweight, it stows neatly in my glove box, offering reassurance wherever my travels lead.