The ACCC – Product Safety Australia, has pinned a notification about NPNH Nominees Pty Ltd t/as Simplicity Axles — Simplicity LSC Axle. Defect: There is a risk of insufficient weld penetration on the arm of the axle, potentially resulting in a…
With their new slick-looking tourer going for under 70Gs, Opal Caravans proves that cheap doesn’t always mean low quality. Opal Caravans Melbourne has recently moved to a bigger yard and showroom, with some of the latest 2018 stock rolling into…
In 2010 JB Caravans was launched into the Aussie caravan market by Alex and Sharon Bi. They had a dream to create a massive company to rival any of the big caravan manufacturers in Australia. Today, 7th September 2018, JB…
RV Daily attended the launch of the Caravan Industry Association Victoria’s (CIA Vic) Jobs, Career & Training Strategy at the Avan Super Centre in Campbellfield. The Launch was opened by CIA Vic’s CEO, Rob Lucas, followed by The Hon. Ben Carroll,…
There is a lot of misinformation and rumours going on in the industry relating to correct fitment of barbecues and bayonet fittings. RV Daily saw an industry report that stated: Late last year at an interstate show a regulator identified…
Atlantic Caravans is making a splash with its new generation Endeavour, but will it last the distance and manage to stay afloat among the sea of competition? Let’s have a look through the spyglass and see if the Endeavour is…
Fifth-wheelers have never really caught on in Australia, but Sunliner reckons that’s going to change and with its new Northshore fiver it aims to be at the forefront of this niche market Sunliner has been operating for 44 years. Back…
Freestyle RVs have just opened the doors to their brand new undercover dealership in Melbourne’s north. For their four-day Grand Opening event they’ll be offering up some exclusive event offers with immediate delivery on selected vans, but these vans in…
The Bushtracker reputation for off-road durability is one really built on solid ground… and sand, and mud Over the years of caravan and camping shows I’ve attended, one display that I always remember is the aluminium caravan frame that people…
But is an outdoor shower worth the extra room inside? Australian Off Road (AOR) is a company that has always moved with the times, continually updating its line of hybrid campers. This provides consumers with products to suit their changing…
Did the Bondi Hipster have a titanic struggle in the harsh wilds of Tasmania? This test panned out a lot bigger than first anticipated. And with a different vehicle too. Apollo is the parent company to brands Apollo RV Sales…
Goldstream RV, as a part of their 25th Anniversary celebrations, has launched an all-new off-road, pop-top caravan called the 1500 Remote. This tough off-roader features a queen size bed, interior kitchen, an exterior full slide out kitchen, a combo ensuite, independent…
The STR 5950 pop-top is certainly a looker, but let’s see if there enough goodies inside to make it a great tourer… The Coronet name-plate has been around since 1951 where it started life as a business based in Ballarat.…
Opal Caravans is a name synonymous with quality and manufactured in Melbourne since 1975. That’s 43 years of a family business founded by Director, Tony Morihovitis, extoling family values and principles throughout their business dealings, which is a major reason…
Words by Janie Medbury I Images by Brett Hemmings So, here it is – my first caravan review. I’m not sure if I was so impressed with the Terra Sportz, a 16-foot off-roader from Nova, because it was the first…
When Canterbury and On The Move caravans teamed up, the result was a highly spec’d, very practical dirt road tourer. But is there enough bang for your buck? Words and Images by Anthony Kilner When RV Daily first contacted Ian…
They may be old, but this 48/215 Holden and Propert Overlander folding caravan are still rockin’ Words and Images by MARK ALLEN A 1951 48/215 (also known as an FX by many) Holden and a 1955 Propert Overlander folding caravan…
For many folks who love to escape the cold months down south, this all-new Jurgens van could be the perfect way to catch the sun’s rays! Words, Images and Video ANTHONY KILNER It’s not that often that a caravan manufacturer…
