Advice Archives

The best caravans for your big lap of Australia (and what to look for)

Planning the big lap? Here's what to consider in your caravan and five of the best caravans Australia has to offer for the journey.

Primary and secondary fuel filters – What’s the difference?

Fuel filters are an extra layer of defense when touring. But should you get a primary or secondary fuel filter? and which is better?

Should you buy a cheap diesel heater for your RV?

Are cheap diesel heaters hot stuff or a potential fire risk? In this article, we discuss whether they are a bargain or a future headache.

Travel Auctions: your best mate for affordable RV holidays

Travel Auctions is your ticket to keeping those costs down while still enjoying your favourite destinations. Learn more here.

Beginner’s guide to motorhomes and campervans

In this campervan and motorhome guide for beginners, you'll learn the key differences between the two, the advantages and disadvantages, licensing requirements in Australia and explore top motorhome and campervan brands.

The best teardrop campers and pod campers in Australia

Have you caught on that bigger isn't always better when it comes to towing a caravan? For those that have, here's the best teardrop campers and pod campers around.

Caravan ATM upgrade – what it is, what’s involved and how to get one

If you weigh your caravan and it’s overweight, what are your options? Here's how to get a caravan ATM upgrade, and what’s involved.

CPAP machines and camping: here’s what you need to think about

CPAP and camping - wondering if you can still go caravanning/camping now that you have a CPAP machine? Here's what you need to consider.

Caravan checklists and 5 common tasks caravanners forget

We all forget tasks before leaving the camping site. Here are the top 5 things caravanners forget, plus our three pre-trip checklists.

Alpine Diesel – Do you even need it?

Dex Fulton gives us the lowdown on Alpine Diesel, including what it is, why and when you need it, and what to do when you get caught out.

Suspension buying advice for towing

In this final article in our Beginners’ Guide to Suspension series, Robert Pepper shares some buying advice. But don't worry, this isn't a "hand over your coin for the most expensive kit there is" kind of advice. Keep reading to learn more.

What to look for in a fishing kayak

Do you want a fishing kayak but don't know where to start looking? Read our guide on what to consider when buying your first fishing kayak.

What to look for when buying a used camper trailer

In the market for a second-hand camper? We've got your back with this comprehensive guide on what to look for, what to avoid and what to run away from when buying a used camper trailer.

Tyre talk: The case for all-terrain and mud-terrain caravan tyres

Let's talk caravan tyres. Should you be running all-terrain or mud-terrain tyres on your caravan and camper? Learn more here.

How to drop that weight and distribute it better (in your caravan that is)

In this Ultimate Guide to Towing series, Robert Pepper discusses the all important topic of weight and distribution, including the safest way to load your caravan and tips on dropping those extra kilos.