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…
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…
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…
The Australian Gas Association, the body responsible for the certification of gas appliances sold in Australia, has suspended the gas licence for a range of Suburban gas/electric hot water systems. These are arguably the most commonly used hot water systems…
We know you’re doing the right thing, but what about the folk in the van next to you? We have to ask, when will the message sink in about caravan weight? Australians are a pretty relaxed bunch. We generally take…
If there’s anything better than getting away in your caravan for a little while, it’s getting away in your caravan for a long while. An extended caravanning trip is the dream for many of us, whether it’s three months on…
Make sure you avoid buyer’s remorse and end up van happy with our six steps to buying the right RV. You think buying a house, car or holiday is hard – wait until you do all three together. For some…
We take a look at what the options are, and how best to spend your money when it’s time to talk about brake upgrades Brake upgrades aren’t just for performance cars and track days. Pulling up the tow rig in…
A look at four options I have tried, to keep the dust outside where it belongs Having owned a number of dual-cab utes over many years, I have always been interested in the quest to create a dust-free storage environment…
It’s obvious that there are many people out there that still don’t understand caravan sway: What causes it and more immediately, how to deal with it. Watch the video we shared on Facebook (here) that showed a car and caravan…
Do you know how much energy your appliances draw from your battery system? If you don’t, it is time to find out: how to calculate energy draw If you already have a caravan and tow vehicle, you have invested a…
But what exactly does ‘off-road’ mean? As a little tacker, mum would tell me to go outside and play in the dirt. The ensuing hour-long soak in the tub to get the dirt and mud off my whole body and…
From solar panels to gennies, here are the best ways to keep your 12V gear running when you hit the road Your tug is sorted for remote area travel with all manner of recovery and protection gear, and your van…
If you can’t bear to leave the TV behind then you want to know how to get the best possible TV picture while travelling – here’s how! I didn’t understand a lot about TV reception before working with Andrew Holmes…
This guide to lithium batteries will give you the pros and cons and tell you why they might actually be the most economic choice In part one, we looked at 12V batteries in general and just touched on lithium batteries.…
We tell you how they did it, and how you can do it for even less. You’ve probably heard about the young Perth couple who travelled around Australia for less than $1 a kilometre on their seven-month, or 228-day, trip…
If you’re trying to research 12V batteries you might be confused. We explain what to look for in the Springers Solar guide to 12V electrics: batteries Where would we be without batteries? Perhaps hand cranking our cars, eating canned food…
Obviously, caravans can’t move themselves. Here are the specs for every vehicle that can reliably get your van where you need it.
