Travelling as a Solo Parent
Towing a camper-trailer? I’d rather take on bloodthirsty zombies with a glitter gun. How bad could it be? WORDS & IMAGES Melinda Uys A group of our friends were staying for a week at the White Albatross Caravan Park at…
When and how to use a weight-distribution hitch
Weight-distribution hitches can be literally a lifesaver but are no substitute for good payload balance. We explain when and how to use a weight-distribution hitch. We’ve probably all seen a van being towed by a vehicle with its nose pointing to…
Victoria Police focusing on Caravans this weekend
With the Easter long weekend fast approaching, there will be lots of new caravanners keen to try out their newfound freedom. But if you’ve ignored your vehicle’s weights or you can’t be bothered with extension mirrors, Victoria Police might have…
The Ultimate Time Saver
Remove roof-rack accessories the fast and easy way It’s a hard choice; do you fit your awning to the left or the right-hand side of your roof racks? Throw in the fact you’d like a nice, long, three-metre awning fitted…
Two for this Tango to tour in comfort
Tango Caravans believes in offering quality vans at very affordable prices, so is the pricing and spec level of this Escape music to your ears? The Tango, a dance of passion, was created in the 1880s in the Río de…
Satking SK-3200: TV signals to save your marriage
The Satking SK-3200 might not mean your team wins in the grand final or indeed save your marriage but it’s become colloquially known as ‘the marriage saver’ for good reason. A Satking SK-3200 will certainly help your viewing pleasure; even…
Understanding the dynamics of towing: what is a Dutch Roll?
We’ve looked at the basics of towing dynamics in several parts – one, two and three) and now we’re adding in a couple of effects. Namely, what happens on inclines and what’s a Dutch Roll? Dutch Roll is a tendency…
Use Your Head to Light the Way
The Ledlenser MH6 Headlamp will keep you in the spotlight WORDS Grant Hanan & Linda Bloffwitch | IMAGES & VIDEO My Aussie Travel Guide After a few years of using our old, crappy and uncomfortable headlamps, we knew as soon as…
Uniden Dash View 30 and 30R hits the market
Uniden has released the Uniden Dash View 30 and 30R, which provide a slimline and discreet dash cam solution for luxury vehicle owners. The Uniden Dash View 30 features a 2.5k video resolution front camera, while the Uniden Dash View…
Updates to the Ford Ranger Raptor and Wildtrak models
Ford updates Ranger Raptor and Wildtrak variants and announces the reintroduction of the Ranger Wildtrak X. Ford Australia has announced updates to its Ranger Raptor and Ranger Wildtrak models, and the reintroduction of the Ranger Wildtrak X. The Ford Performance…
Who knew pool noodles had so many uses?
Yep, pool noodles – who knew they could have so many uses? If we all just used our noodles (yes, plural) when caravanning and camping, the world would be a nicer, safer and more colourful place. I’m not talking about…
Vehicle News Roundup
V6 Amarok released…Taking the throne as ute with most power and torque. Volkswagen has released the much-awaited Amarok V6, which along with a series of other updates, has a new, powerful engine under the bonnet. It’s a three-litre V6, used…
Victorian Caravan & Camping Virtual Show partners with RV Online
September 2020 will bring a whole new way to experience a caravan show with the virtual platform offered by Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV). First out of the blocks is principal show partner: RV Online. In normal circumstances, there’s nothing like…
The Video Caravan & Motorhome Published How They got it all Wrong!
If you’re being sold something to tow, you wanna know if the person is selling you on fact or in fact pushing a barrow WORDS KRIS BIRD Recently Caravan and Motorhome On Tour published a Facebook advertising video featuring Andrew…
