Product review: The Rain Saver Gutter
When we saw a roll-out awning that had a gutter at the lower end to direct and collect rainwater, we loved the idea; we had to have this product, the Rain Saver Gutter. What is it? The Rain Saver Gutter…
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How not to buy the wrong tow vehicle
If you’re looking to match up the perfect caravanning combination, here’s how not to buy the wrong tow vehicle! The subject of tow vehicle selection could easily fill a book, but worry not – it’s not hard to get it…
Caravan review: Roadstar GT Sport
Grand touring, just not on a grand scale. Let’s take a look at the Roadstar GT Sport caravan When it comes time to hit the open road for a trail to adventure, the Roadstar GT Sport may be just your…
Understanding the dynamics of towing: what is a Dutch Roll?
We’ve looked at the basics of towing dynamics in several parts – one, two and three) and now we’re adding in a couple of effects. Namely, what happens on inclines and what’s a Dutch Roll? Dutch Roll is a tendency…
Projecta releases emergency trailer breakaway kit, Sure Brake
Projecta has released its new Sure Brake Trailer Breakaway Kit, ensuring safety in a towing disconnection emergency In case you didn’t know, all Aussie trailers over 2000kg GTM by law must be fitted with an emergency breakaway braking system to…
Caravan Review: Halen Vans Bathurst off-roader
Does this off-road luxury Halen van shake like its musical namesake, Van Halen? Let’s review the Halen Vans Bathurst off-roader. Okay, there are going to be lots of Van Halen (VH) references in this yarn. Jason Francis, MD of Halen…
Your quick guide to caravan and RV finance
With international borders closed until 2021 and state borders starting to open, there’s never been more reasons to explore Australia with a trusty caravan or RV. Though most of us will need some kind of finance to get our dream…
Understanding the dynamics of towing: Nose weight
In parts one and two of Understanding the Dynamics of Towing, we have established that the nose weight of your trailer plays a crucial role, here we discuss nose weight in detail.* It does not matter if you have a…
RAM releases brand-new Warlock model
RAM 1500 Warlock added to RAM Trucks Australia line-up priced from $104,450 with 4500kg towing capacity. Despite denials to RVDaily as late as last week, RAM Trucks Australia today announced it would introduce the new V8 Hemi-powered RAM 1500 Warlock model…
Understanding the dynamics of towing: Twin-axle trailers
In part one of Understanding the dynamics of Towing, we discussed brakes, nose weight and the centre of gravity. In part two, we look at twin-axle trailers and weight balance. As in part one, the examples used are of lighter…
Understanding the dynamics of towing, part one
How much do you actually know about what’s going on behind you when towing? And we’re not discussing the view from your towing mirrors; we are talking about understanding the dynamics of towing This series of articles is designed to…
Just what makes an RV Friendly Town?
You may have passed the signs many times and thought at least to expect a wave as you drive into an RV Friendly Town, but there’s more to that RVFT status than being, well, friendly! RV Friendly Towns might almost…
Is enough being done to educate caravanners on truck safety?
Is enough being done to educate caravanners on truck safety? RV Daily recently ran a three-part story entitled Caravanners vs Truckies (read it here). We looked at the key road safety issues, who is responsible for altering their behaviour to…
Review: Ozcape Campers Optima slide-on
A slide-on is the third option to a caravan or motorhome and provides the ultimate flexibility. So let’s look at what’s on offer in the Ozcape Campers Optima slide-on You would like caravan features including ensuite, kitchen and no canvas…
REVIEWED: Suncamper Santa Cruz Motorhome
Suncamper’s flagship, the Santa Cruz, could be a safe bet when it’s time to downsize from bricks and mortar Selling up and downsizing is a great way of ‘liberating’ your hard-earned dollars, and for many, the dream is to do…
