Right now is a good time to rethink your caravan insurance
We might not face Mad Max scenarios as the world endures its hand-cart-ride south, but right now is a good time to rethink your caravan insurance Okay, I am exaggerating, just a little. Still, with artistic licence, the possibility of…
Narva releases new dual-colour 12V LED strip lamps
Narva’s new dual-colour 12V LED strip lights are available in three combinations: white/amber, white/red and white/blue The novel feature of the strip lights is their ability to switch colour to suit your illumination needs. The light strips are designed for…
ISSUE 051 – How to be overtaken safely, ball weight explained, DIY tech and tips to keep you busy + much more…
Avoid the wobbles with our detailed look at being overtaken by trucks, and why your set-up behaves the way it does. We have some DIY jobs you can do at home, and we pose the headline: Everything you wanted to…
The AAV Canter Global Xplorer has off-road capability and camping comfort
Motorhomes don’t need to be huge or confined to bitumen as the AAV Canter Global Xplorer demonstrates with off-road capability and camping comfort. Do you want travel accommodation with fixed walls, shower, bed, toilet, and you want to explore further…
Volkswagen launches online shopping for vehicles
Volkswagen customers can now configure and purchase their new vehicles from their living room via online shopping. According to the company, all new Volkswagens, from the Polo city car to the Crafter commercial vehicle are included in the new online…
Recall notice issued for Honda EU22i generators
Owners of Honda EU22i are urged to check the dates and follow notices given in relation to the possible fault listed below. Australia’s love of camping and camping independently has seen many thousands of generators sold throughout the country. Honda…
Rhino-Rack releases Backbone system for Navara NP300 RX and ST dual-cabs
Rhino-Rack introduces its “evolutionary, highly-anticipated” Backbone system for the Nissan Navara NP300 RX & ST dual-cabs The Backbone three-base mounting system from Rhino-Rack is specific to the Nissan Navara NP300 dual-cab. The new stainless-steel Backbone designed for the NP300 is…
Jayco now running Virtual Tours
Jayco has just launched its Virtual Tours, letting punters virtually climb all over their range Considering we’re all under what has essentially become lockdown, being able to browse the ins and outs of campers and caravans has hit a bit…
ARB LINX software updated with a TPMS module … great for those who tow
ARB has released a software update for its LINX system adding a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) module ARB has announced a software update for its LINX system adding a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) module. When linked to ARB…
2020 Big Red Bash officially cancelled
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has claimed another event with the 2020 Big Red Bash officially cancelled. The 2020 Big Red Bash scheduled to take place from 7-9 July this year has been cancelled. Paul Kelly was to headline the massive…
Buying right: Five entry-level motorhomes
If you’ve decided that a self-driven RV is for you, here’s how to get on the road for less with these five entry-level motorhomes. 1. JAYCO RM.19-1 CAMPERVAN Purpose-built in a Renault Master L3H2 2.3-litre, four-cylinder van, the RM.19.1 Campervan…
Will hybrids kill off the diesel tow kings?
We take three unusual suspects and ask will hybrids kill off the diesel tow kings – long live the towing hybrid? Electrification will soon be big news for tow vehicles. Even Toyota has a petrol/electric hybrid powertrain to replace diesel…
TRACK Trailer acquires Trakmaster and Pioneer
Gerard Waldron (director, TRACK) and Wayne Gason (MD Gason industries) jointly announced today that TRACK has acquired the long-standing Australian brands, Trakmaster and Pioneer. This important deal has been in negotiation since late 2019 and will see these established brands…
Why Windy Weather Forecaster is no ordinary weather app
Not another bloody weather app! But the Windy Weather Forecaster is no ordinary weather app. Let me tell you why. As caravanners, having access to good, accurate weather information is extremely useful. For instance, being able to see which way…
