How to handle being overtaken safely, with a caravan
The feeling that the tow vehicle and caravan are moving around seemingly uncontrolled when a large vehicle overtakes is unnerving. Here’s everything you need to know about overtaking (and being overtaken) when towing a caravan. If you can remember back…
ISSUE 050 – Buying an off-road van, caravanning in the wet, ute or wagon and much more…
Half a century! RV Daily’s 50th issue is here and what a line-up we have for you. If you’re looking for an off-road van we have buying tips for you, plus five hybrid off-roaders to sample. Your tow vehicle has…
2020 Perth Caravan and Camping show cancelled
Amid a slew of cancellations across the country, and around the world, it was announced today that the 2020 Perth Caravan and Camping Show was to be cancelled. The Coronavirus situation has deepened concern for obvious reasons and along with…
2020 NSW Caravan Camping Holiday Supershow Cancelled
As the coronavirus situation develops, more and more events are being called off or postponed. In the wake of Perth last week, the Sydney Supershow is another victim to the new public health crisis. The official statement reads: The National…
13 reasons to visit Bullara, an authentic station stay on the spectacular Ningaloo coast
The remote Ningaloo coast of Western Australia is a place of stark contrast and unique beauty, and the most authentic way to experience it is by staying at a working station. Here’s 13 reasons we reckon caravanners will love Bullara…
Dometic Ibis 4 rooftop air conditioner review
The rooftop air conditioner has had a makeover and the difference is incredible. We put the new Ibis 4 Inverter Air Conditioner through its paces in the tropical north As far as air-conditioner technology is concerned, the rooftop units on…
Five-minute Mods – interior anti-bug light
Are insects making life hell inside your caravan? This amber LED light installation is simple, cheap and will virtually repel the biting menaces for good You may recall our feature article in issue 33 on how to avoid the biting…
5 Ripper Bush Camps: Waterfront campgrounds on the NSW South Coast
Now that the bushfire threat is over, the country needs your tourist dollars. And since you can throw a rock from your caravan to the water at these idyllic NSW South Coast campgrounds, what are you waiting for? 1. Depot…
Five-Minute Mods – a better drawbar tap
Frustrated by the water tap on your drawbar? It’s easy to change it to a more practical alternative I don’t know about you, but I have always found the tap on our drawbar to be a constant source of frustration. …
Six tips to help you nail that big trip budget!
These ideas are useful whether you’re still in the planning stages or have hit the road already and need help balancing the books Have you always wanted to take the big trip and travel around Australia in your RV of…
How not to buy a lemon caravan, part one
It’s one of the hottest topics in van land, so we’ve put together these tips on steering clear of a lemon caravan and what you can do if you still end up with one! Here’s the scenario: you’ve retired, the…
How not to buy a lemon caravan, part two; critical decisions
There are a handful purchasing decisions that are so fundamental, if you get any one of them wrong, it could set the tone for the rest of your ownership experience Here we look at the five most critical decisions you…
Quick tip – Have your RV electrical wiring checked professionally.
If you’ve recently purchased a pre-loved caravan or camper, its a good idea to have the electrical system checked by a professional. Here’s why. Everyone loves the idea of free camping but, these days, we want to do it with…
The New Age 2020 Wayfinder camper is here
The MY20 Wayfinder brings a fresh update to New Age Caravans innovative camper range. Layouts have been refined and cabinetry space has been re-designed to accommodate larger storage areas According to New Age, the MY20 Wayfinder Camper is the perfect…
