
How to boost your engine for better towing performance
We visit the Horsepower Factory for a Diesel Tune Australia power-up kit including an ECU re-map More grunt for towing is on the mind of almost every tourer on the road. Campfire stories abound about getting up that murderous…

Jacksons Carry Me Camper introduces a dual-cab, hard lid, slide-on camper
Jacksons new dual-cab hard lid camper features a unique two-stage roof concept Words, images and video Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch The new design follows many of the features and innovations of Jackson’s single-cab, hard-lid camper, with this new model…

AL-KO reveals its powered next-generation caravan chassis
AL-KO has released details of its powered next-generation caravan chassis which it claims will support electric vehicles when towing and increase their travel range. Towing takes a toll on electric vehicle batteries reducing their driven range (sometimes by up to…

Apache RTC1 Camper recalled because of potential gas leak
A recall notice has been issued for 16 Apache RTC1 camper trailers after it was discovered the gas appliances hadn’t been installed in accordance with the gas safety standard. Jaha Holdings has issued an immediate recall on 16 Apache RTC1…

The Lumberjack Sheoak ads pod style to a hybrid camper
The Lumberjack Sheoak is a compact camper designed for a quick weekend getaway or maybe longer with reduced set-up times and creature comforts. Words, images and video Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch Lumberjack says this hybrid makes camping a breeze…

Jayco reveals 16-ft CrossTrak Hybrid with ensuite
Jayco adds an ensuite and three feet to the CrossTrak Hybrid camper, as revealed at the Adelaide Show Words, images and video Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch: As a bigger brother to the 13ft CrossTrak Hybrid, with its outside…

New Cub Drifter II launched … return of a golden oldie
New Cub Drifter II on display at the Adelaide Let’s Go Caravan and Camping Show. Words, images and video Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch Cub Campers has launched a new double-fold camper-trailer, the Drifter II, a new generation of family…

Buyers’ guide to electronic brake controllers
Electronic brake controllers are essential to tow your trailer legally and safely. Which electronic brake controller is right for you? The rules and regulations If the trailer or van weighs 750kg and 2000kg, it must be fitted with an independent…

Volkswagen T6.1 California Beach camper to hit Oz in 2020
Volkswagen Australia has announced it will launch its new Volkswagen T6.1 California Beach campervan in the latter half of 2020. The T6.1 is the next evolution of Volkswagen’s sixth generation ‘T6’ Transporter van and will be available in a range…

ISSUE 049 – How you can help rebuild Oz, caravan design and engineering + much more
A huge array of topics this month: top of everyone’s minds are the bushfires, and the aftermath, so we show you how BlazeAid can assist the recovery with your input; and an RV helps too! Also, has the Kimberley become…

NSW caravan dwelling law changed for bushfire victims
A controversial NSW caravan dwelling law has been amended to allow bushfire victims to live in ‘moveable dwellings’ on private property for up to two years. The NSW Government has amended the legislation that prohibited bushfire victims from living in…

Zone RV’s new $8m facility opens on the Sunshine Coast
Zone RV’s new $8m facility has opened in Coolum Business Park on the Sunshine Coast, incorporating a factory, showroom and service centre. The purpose-built facility includes is the fourth home for the rapidly expanding RV manufacturer. Zone RV has grown…

Government funds $1.1m RV safety awareness program
The Caravan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) has secured a $1.1m government grant to launch an RV safety awareness program. The grant came from the Federal Government’s Road Safety Awareness and Enablers Fund (RSAEF), which provided a total of…

GentleTent GT Home 410 inflatable annexe released
GentleTent Australia’s GT Home 410 is an inflatable caravan and motorhome annexe that promises an easy to set up, lightweight and compact annexe. The GentleTent GT Home 410 inflatable caravan and motorhome annexe promises to make life at camp a…