Leagend funds Kickstarter jump starter built around SuperCap tech

Leagend says its JS300 PRO and JS300 PRO-D jump starters have been successfully funded on Kickstarter. The battery-free, permanently installed systems are designed to deliver starting assistance and battery monitoring in extreme temperatures, giving drivers a different alternative to portable jump starters.

Why it matters: - Leagend is pitching a jump starter that stays installed in the vehicle instead of sitting in the trunk until needed. - The JS300 series combines starting assistance with battery monitoring, which could help drivers spot battery problems before a no-start situation. - The products are designed for extreme temperatures, including conditions common in winter and summer driving.

What happened: - Leagend’s JS300 PRO Kickstarter campaign reached its funding goal. - The campaign features two models: JS300 PRO and JS300 PRO-D. - Leagend introduced the project as “One System. Two Ways to Start.” - The campaign is aimed at drivers and automotive technology enthusiasts interested in a different approach to vehicle starting.

The details: - Both models use battery-free SuperCap technology instead of a built-in rechargeable chemical battery. - The JS300 series is designed for permanent installation and connection to the vehicle’s starting battery. - The operating temperature range is −40°C to 80°C. - The system is designed to support starting assistance without requiring drivers to retrieve a separately stored portable unit. - The smart app shows State of Charge, State of Health, Cold Cranking Amps, voltage, temperature and starting performance data. - Leagend says the monitoring features can help drivers make maintenance decisions and track changes in battery condition. - The system includes Self-Learning Mode and Drive Mode. - Leagend says the design can reduce strain on the original vehicle battery during engine cranking, although results vary by vehicle and battery condition. - JS300 PRO focuses on app-based monitoring. - JS300 PRO-D adds a solar-assisted onboard display for viewing key system information inside the vehicle. - Potential backers can review the campaign page and available backing options, subject to availability. - Leagend says the company has more than 20 years of experience in automotive electronics. - Leagend’s product lineup includes battery testers, battery monitors, battery chargers, OBD II diagnostic tools, thermal imagers and battery-free SuperCap jump starters.

Between the lines: - The Kickstarter launch suggests Leagend is trying to reposition the jump starter as a connected vehicle accessory, not just an emergency tool. - Permanent installation and battery monitoring give the product a broader value proposition than a conventional portable jump starter. - The solar-assisted display on the PRO-D model appears aimed at drivers who want in-car visibility without relying only on a smartphone.

What’s next: - Leagend is directing interested buyers to the Kickstarter campaign page to learn more about the two models and support options. - The company will likely use the campaign’s response to test demand for a more integrated starting-assistance product category. - Media and business inquiries go to marketing@leagend.com.

The bottom line: - Leagend has turned a standard jump starter into a permanently installed, app-connected system, and Kickstarter backers have already funded the idea.