Where is the best place to put a power bank in the car?
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Here are some suggestions on where to place a power bank in the car: 1. Place the power bank in a cool area of the car: Avoid direct sunlight. The power bank can be placed in the glove compartment. The lithium battery in the power bank is sensitive to heat. Generally, it should not be stored in environments above 40°C, and it is best stored below 30°C. If the outside temperature is 36°C, the temperature inside the car can easily reach 50°C after a day in the sun. Keeping lithium batteries in such conditions is not advisable and can pose safety risks. 2. The charging port and discharging port of a power bank are usually separate: The charging port is typically a Micro-USB, while the discharging port mimics the output port of a phone charger (large USB).
Having driven for over a decade, I deeply understand the horror of soaring temperatures inside a car during summer. Misplacing a power bank is practically a ticking time bomb. Personally, I always stash mine in the glove compartment or center console—those spots stay relatively cool compared to heat-absorbing areas like the dashboard or rear window ledge. I remember once leaving it on the passenger seat; after baking in the scorching sun, the power bank warped and nearly caused an incident. Since then, I’ve stuck to designated storage spots. Pro tip: Car interiors can hit 70°C+, causing lithium batteries to overheat, swell, or even ignite. Never store them in the upper trunk or near the engine bay—safety first. For long trips, wrapping it in a small cloth bag and tucking it under the seat helps keep it cooler and prevents sliding, ensuring worry-free drives.
