Caravan Industry Victoria confirms cancellation of Melbourne Leisurefest 2020
As the coronavirus situation deepens once more, it’s been announced by Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) that Melbourne Leisurefest 2020 has been cancelled. In a statement issued, August 14, 2020, the CIV cited the introduction by the Victorian Government of Stage…
The 2020 Victorian Virtual Caravan & Camping Show will go on
Despite the cancellation of Leisurefest for this year, the 2020 Victorian Caravan & Camping Virtual Show will go on amid challenging times, it’s been announced today. With Metropolitan Melbourne caravan industry manufacturers and dealers closing for six weeks due to…
Why are disc brakes not usually fitted to caravans?
They’ve been around for years, but if you’re banging a drum, you might ask, ‘Why are disc brakes not usually fitted to caravans?’ Given the widespread use of disc brakes in our towing vehicles you might wonder why the technology…
Mitsubishi game ends the long-serving Pajero
Pajero is to be no more as Mitsubishi Australia officially game-ends the long-serving wagon nameplate. Pajero finished?! Following a Mitsubishi board meeting, we can now officially confirm that production of Mitsubishi’s full-size four-wheel drive, the Pajero, will soon come to…
Brand new released ARB Intensity Solis lights released
The new ARB Intensity Solis LED driving lights deliver an impressive one lux at 1462m and feature a unique dimmer control and LINX compatibility. Newly developed ARB Intensity Solis nine-inch LED driving lights feature 36 Osram LEDs with refined optics…
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…
Lotus Caravans recall due to slide-out kitchen concerns
A recall has been issued by the ACCC for some Lotus Caravans due to an issue with their slide-out kitchen, where the Weber barbecue had to be modified. The recall notice issued by the ACCC in conjunction with Lotus Caravans…
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…
Bigger isn’t always better… One simple way to stop killing your batteries!
Sometimes the biggest, baddest and angriest charger you can get your hands on isn’t always the best, and this simple mistake is killing your batteries by punching too many amps into them… without you even realising! Charging your auxiliary batteries…
Queensland Border to close once again from Saturday
It has been announced this morning by Annastacia Palaszczuk, the Queensland Premier, that the state’s borders will close to ACT and New South Wales from Saturday, August 8, at 1am. With a rapidly-changing situation in relation to COVID-19, the northern…
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…
Melbourne Boat Show goes virtual
Those looking for a new boat to haul behind their 4×4 will be able to check out what’s on offer at the ‘virtual’ Melbourne Boat Show from the comfort of home… or on their boat… or while dropping a line.…
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…
COVID-19 blamed for Complete Campsite liquidation
COVID-19 has been blamed for the liquidation of hybrid camper-trailer manufacturer, Complete Campsite High profile and award-winning hybrid camper-trailer manufacturer Complete Campsite has gone into liquidation, with the economic downturn due to COVID-19 being cited as the main reason. The…
