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How to make your tow rig ride smoother

One of the most important upgrades we can do to our tow rig is to improve the suspension. Here's how to make your tow rig ride smoother.

Five things to get right for towing on sand

Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of Australian Offroad Academy offers up some great tips for towing on sand. Learn more here.

How to stay fit on the road

Are there ways to stay fit on the road? Absolutely. Here are six tips on staying fit and healthy while in your van for long periods.

Why you’d be sure-fire mad not to get a caravan reverse camera

We discuss the pros of getting a caravan reverse camera, whether you should DIY and essential points to consider when buying one.

Shoo fly don’t bother me – keep pesky bugs out of your RV

Whether it’s the pesky blowflies that drive you nuts or the vampires of the outdoors (mozzies), use our tips to keep bugs out of your RV.

What are all these towing parts?

Don't let anyone tell you differently, towing a caravan or trailer is complex. Here's all the towing parts you need to know about.

Towing uphill and off-road: a word of caution

Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of The Australian Offroad Academy offers up some words of caution on towing uphill offroad.

There’s more than one way to build a campfire

Just like there are many ways to camp, there is more than one way to build a campfire. Want to learn a few more? Check them out here.

Hitchless towing could be the safe and easy future of caravanning

Wait, a hitchless trailer that doesn’t need towing? Is that the dumbest idea ever? How does it even work? In fact, hitchless towing is a very smart idea and the more I think about it, the more I like it.…

Do you really need to pack that? Beginners tips for off road towing

Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of The Australian Offroad Academy, shares some great beginners tips for off road towing. Learn more here.

5 rookie mistakes to avoid when RVing with your dog

When we head off on a road trip, it’s only fitting that the fur baby tags along. Here are five mistakes to avoid when RVing with your dog.

Your tow ball weight could be making your tow-tug illegal

Need to make sure you stay on the right side of the law with your towing weights? Our handy guide to tow ball weight has what you need.

Brake fade: What it is, why it sux and how to avoid it

Brake fade can happen in any vehicle, including yours. We take a look at brake fade, what it is, why it sux and how you can avoid it.

Dual batteries 101: How to keep your beers cool

Dual batteries might be one of the best accessories you can make to your tow-tug, but it doesn't need to be complicated.

Camp cheaper for longer with these new portable power stations

We look into camping cheaper for longer with Energizer’s new range of soon-to-be-released portable power stations and solar panels.

A simple guide to diesel heaters for caravans

We delve into diesel heaters for caravans including how they work and share three top choices for your caravan or camper.

What to look for when choosing a tent

Looking to buy a new tent or upgrade your old faithful? We’ve shared a list of things to consider and to keep in mind when choosing a tent.

Your rights when buying a caravan

The ACCC has released a guide on consumer rights when purchasing a new caravan and we’ve spelt it out for you.

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