Category Electrical

The best solar panels for caravanning and camping

Rigid, portable, polycrystalline, monocrystalline, amorphous, shade tolerant - solar panels can be bamboozling, Here’s a cheat sheet to help you decode the best option for your RV.

Everything you need to know about buying a portable power station

Portable power stations are the best way to keep your gear charged when off-grid. But what unit is right for you? Here’s our complete guide to portable power stations for beginners.

48V explained: what is it, do you need it and what are the pros and cons

48V is the new kid on the block in RV power. Here's a beginner's guide to what this next-generation electrical system can bring to your next off-grid adventure.

Dometic PLB40 review: Is this portable power station worth the hype?

Our honest review of the Dometic PLB40 Portable Power Station – who is it for, how it held up off-grid, what we liked, and more.

Caravan leads: why you shouldn’t muck about with them

Let's talk about your 15-amp caravan leads and why you shouldn't muck about with them.

Caravan fridge not keeping temperature? Here’s how to help it

In this yarn, we look at a bunch of different tips and tricks to help your caravan fridge keep temperature and stay cool this summer.

Review: EcoFlow Delta2 Portable Power Station

Review of the EcoFlow Delta2 Portable Power Station. A practical, portable power solution for travel, work and home backup.

Newbie’s guide to camping generators

In this first instalment of our newbie's guide to camping generators, we take a look at the different kinds of generators, what fuels them and who sells what.

Review: Brass Monkey 15L portable fridge

We review the 15L Brass Monkey fridge after four months of hard yakka. Is it the best budget option? Read our review to find out.

Solar panels for caravans: You’re doing it wrong!

Solar panels for caravans are tricky and you could be doing it wrong. Marty reckons he’s had a solar eureka moment and he's generously sharing.

The ultimate buyer’s guide to 12V upright fridges

We take the hassle out of researching and buying 12V upright fridges / freezers with our handy buyer's guide. Every major brand is covered!

The problem with lithium metal batteries and the simple solution that could revolutionise EV range

Researchers from Stanford have had a breakthrough in the challenges posed by lithium metal batteries for EVs. Could this be the beginning of the end for EV range issues and anxiety. Learn more here.

First look at the new Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights

RV Daily’s sister publication, Unsealed 4×4, recently had a special delivery. Yep, they managed to get their hands on a set of the brand new Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights for a first look at what’s inside the box. Our…

How to help your portable fridge run ice-cold in a heatwave

As temperatures soar during a heat wave, keeping your 12V portable fridge ice-cold gets a little trickier, with your fridge having to work harder than ever to keep the temperature down. In this article, we’ll explore practical tips and tricks to ensure your portable fridge remains ice-cold in the sweltering heat.