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Do my caravan shackles have to be yellow?
While all shackles are not created equal, they’re not all yellow either – what difference does it make? And do my caravan shackles have to be yellow? You’d be forgiven for thinking the sky was about to fall in. Your…
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…
CRZR Industries low-profile roof racks now available
If you don’t want your roof cargo to stand out for the wrong reasons then CRZR Industries’ low-profile roof racks are now available. If you’re on the lookout for a new racking system and own a Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series…
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…
All-New 2021 Isuzu D-MAX – Full details and pricing
Isuzu Ute Australia has finally whipped the covers off the all-new 2021 D-MAX. Here’s everything you need to know… After months of leaked images and glimpses of Thai-spec models, Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) has finally unveiled the all-new 2021 D-MAX…
Your Top 5 12V electrical questions answered
It’s one of the easiest things to get wrong: your electrics. So here are your Top 5 12V electrical questions answered. We spoke to Eddy Springer of Springers Solar to get the answers to your top 5 12V electrical questions,…
Caloundra caravan park in anti-vaxxer eviction stoush
Occasionally, a story comes up on A Current Affair that raises interest. This is one of those. It was reported that a Caloundra caravan park evicted a bus and its occupants for attempting to run their anti-vax business from the…
Caravan weight check: how do your numbers stack up?
It’s an issue we’ve written about over and over, but some caravanners still need enlightenment. We ask a bloke who weighs caravans for a living how the numbers stack up when it comes to caravan weight. Three years ago, Dave…
Mercedes-Benz X-Class recalled over autonomous braking issue
MY2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz X-Class models recalled over an autonomous braking issue The 2018-2019 model years of the Mercedes X-Class have been recalled due to an issue with the autonomous braking software. Some 5826 Mercs have been affected by the issue, where…
Have you (and your van) got a weight problem?
While it might sound like a personal question, it’s very likely your van has a weight problem if you’ve not taken any of the steps outlined in this story. If you’re a novice caravanner and you ask the question “how…
Narva expands Model 39 low-profile lamp range
Narva’s Model 39 range of rear lighting lamps has proven a popular choice for use on trucks, trailers, caravans and utility trays for a long time. Now there are more options on offer with the introduction of the latest combination…
Victorian caravan manufacturing can’t avoid lockdown
The Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) reports that the Victorian caravan manufacturing can’t avoid lockdown. Following a hectic week of lobbying the Victorian Government for a possible exemption from the newly imposed lockdown, it’s not been good news. The CIV is…
Guide to spotlight technology: Halogen vs HID vs LED
It’s the question that gets both Facebook experts and armchair engineers up in arms just about every day: Which is the best lighting technology for a spotlight? Interestingly enough, the question is a lot more subjective than you may realise,…
Are screw-in pegs better than traditional tent pegs?
Are screw-in pegs better than traditional tent pegs? We go completely over the top to find out! Most campers have had the pleasure of whacking steel tent pegs into the ground, followed by the frustrated yanking to get ’em out.…
