Water tank defect sparks AMH Motorhome Recall
Product Safety Australia has issued a recall for over 700 motorhomes made by AMH Products Pty Ltd and sold under various brand names where the underbody water tank mounting rods may crack and the water tank may dislodge or fall…
Product Review – DCS Under Bonnet Lithium Dual Battery System
If like me, you’re sick of putting up with the poor performance of lead-acid batteries in your tow vehicle, there is finally a solution. Deep Cycle Systems (DCS) have a range of Lithium dual battery kits to suit most popular…
Insurance company warns first-time caravan buyers to ‘take care’
With caravan road trips experiencing unprecedented popularity in Australia due to international travel restrictions, insurance companies are urging families to exercise caution when purchasing second-hand RVs as a rapidly increasing issue emerges. According to the Caravan Industry of Australia, caravan…
Idiot Drivers Ignoring NSW Flood – Road Closures
It may have faded from the news but the NSW flood emergency is far from over and it seems some idiots are ignoring the golden rule: If it’s flooded, forget it..! The massive rain event of last month may have…
Jayco reviewing show attendance for the remainder of 2021
The good news is there are plenty of caravan and camping shows on around the country for the rest of the year. The bad news is there could be one notable absentee from all of them. Jayco may not be…
TJM Opens new Perth Corporate Store
In good news for 4×4 owners in the Greater Perth region, TJM 4×4 Equipped has officially opened a new corporate location in the southern suburb of O’Connor. TJM O’Connor and the adjoining Aeroklas Fitment Centre are located at 380 South…
Get your batteries checked before winter
According to Battery World, callouts for flat car batteries surged during the pandemic as vehicles were left idle, and now with the colder months approaching, cars are at greater risk of battery failure. At colder temperatures, an automotive battery’s ability…
Land Rover Defender crowned 2021 World Car Design of the Year
The Land Rover Defender has been named 2021 World Car Design of the Year at the annual World Car Awards. It’s the third time Land Rover has claimed the coveted prize following previous wins for Range Rover Velar (2018) and…
App of the month – Victron Connect Battery Management
How would you like to be able to monitor and control your RV or vehicle off-grid power systems all from the comfort of your camp chair? The Victron Connect app does just that as long as you have Victron gear…
Cyclone Warning for WA’s Midwest-Gascoyne and Pilbara area
Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA has issued a Cyclone Advice for people in or near Onslow to Jurien Bay in the Midwest-Gascoyne, Pilbara. The advice from FESWA is “if you live or are travelling between Onslow and Jurien…
2021 Victorian Caravan, Camping & Touring Supershow Tick of Approval
STOP THE PRESS IT’S OFFICIALLY ON – The 2021 Victorian Caravan, Camping & Touring Supershow Receives Victorian Government tick of Approval…! Victoria’s premier and largest industry Caravan and Camping Supershow is back with Victorian Government Approval! For all Victorian’s who…
Dometic’s new drinkware is stylish and made to last
RV product specialist, Dometic, is expanding its outdoor product portfolio further into the consumer goods segment with a new range of drinkware that provides support and convenience for outdoor activities in a sustainable way. Dometic’s new drinkware series is designed…
Chipageddon and V8 Extinction combine to drive up Landcruiser prices
If you’re in the market for a new or second hand Toyota Landcruiser 200 series and you’re finding it difficult to get one at a reasonable price, this is why. The combination of what they are calling “Chipageddon” and the…
Product Review – Slade International Battery Powered Work Light
Power tools that run from rechargeable batteries would be a must-have in everyone’s tool kit especially when many of the tools lend themselves to the caravanning and camping lifestyle so well. But what if you need a specific tool for…
