Charger for car?

I just got a 2000t and I want to take it on a car trip to watch movies and listen to music. The problem is I only have a 6 cell battery and the trip is 10 hours long. So is there a charger I can buy to use in the car? Thanks

 

Easier thing to do is to get a small power inverter. It will plug into your 12VDC outlet and provide you with a couple AC outlets. That way you can use your regular notebook power brick and even charge a cell phone or some other item in a pinch.

There are several available, and they're a lot less expensive than a power adapter specifically made for vehicles.

This little 200-watt inverter is under $25 and has two outlets. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4965458

This compact 100-watt design is under $20.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4891078

Check almost any store that stocks some kind of hardware or electronics and you're bound to find them. I got a 400-watt inverter from Menards a few years ago for around $20 after rebate. There should be a lot of Christmas specials going on with them now.

 

I'd think about that 100W one first, assuming that the notebook's current AC adapter is 65W. Less load on the car battery.

 

Actually, it's no more load on the car battery unless he's actually pulling out more power. So the 65W adapter still only pulls out 65W of the 200W max. The difference in wattage isn't just lost into the air. And, for only $5 more, the 200W gives an extra outlet and more capability (i.e. an automatic air matress pump for when on camping trips). Just when you think you only need 100 watts, something will come up where you wish you had more.

That's the good thing about going with a standalone inverter... cheaper and more capable than a dedicated car charger.

Also note that if you plug in an inverter to the cigarette lighter socket, you're only going to be able to pull 150-180 watts max anyway.