Adria’s Euro design channels IKEA but will it pack flat in Aussie conditions?Words & images Anthony Kilner Adria caravans are manufactured in Slovenija (or, as it’s often written, Slovenia. They have been imported by Apollo RV in Queensland since 2013…
The important facts on the latest from the Green Oval. Once upon a time, Land Rover sold the Defender, the Discovery and the Range Rover. Then the Freelander came along, and the range has been slowly expanding since then. Nowadays,…
Don’t get caught with the wrong trailer socket We have all been there, trailer is hooked up read to go, all that’s left is to plug in the power and the plugs don’t match. Ark’s Dual Trailer Socket eliminates that…
I didn’t, but completing a tow course changed all that…Words Morgan Lane Images Sam Rees Jones Since my induction into the caravan world last September, I have received a crash course in all things caravan related. I can list manufacturers,…
You can’t just hitch up and head off without a clear and legally-enforceable view behind you.Words & images Marty Ledwich Ask someone who spends a lot of time on the roads what is their biggest gripe about drivers towing large…
This app could save you from voiding your insurance! Towing a caravan is more than just hitching up and hitting the road, weight plays a large factor and is often fast forgotten. Something as accidental as overloading your caravan can…
Words & images Marty Ledwich So….you’ve decided to do that big lap around the country and you’ve bought yourself a nice new caravan and a 4WD to tow it. You’re all loaded up with everything you and your family will…
The issue of overweight caravans is raising its head in official circlesWords & images Marty Ledwich On January 4 and 5, 2017, a police officer from Orbost, Victoria, fired a figurative warning shot across the bow of the RV and…
Is this off-road hitch the ultimate coupling design?By Mark Allen Hitch-Ezy has upgraded its already ingenious off-road hitch, which is self-centering, and offers full flexibility in all three axes. Most importantly, it keeps the weight and pivot point right smack…
If that wasn’t enough – we borrowed the van too!By Justin Lorrimer For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to travel to Cape York. The journey is surrounded by campfire tails of legendary 4X4 tracks, amazing fishing…
Planning a Bass Straight Crossing? Here’s what to expect. By Jan Hawkins Crossing Bass Strait has always been an iconic journey for Aussies. It is a trip right up there with The Ghan, The Indian Pacific Rail and flying across…
Last month we made the case for a big truck in theory. This month we drive in reality. By Robert Pepper Ever looked at an F250 or Silverado and wondered what it’s like to drive? Wonder no more, we’ve done…
Knowledge is power. As there’s no substitute for power when towing, this knowledge is invaluable to boost your performance. By Anthony Kilner It’s not often I have to put a vehicle into low-range to take off at a set of…
Overtaking is not an exercise in proving your superiority as a driver, nor is being overtaken a threat to your pride. Last month we showed you what can happen with caravan sway – and it wasn’t pretty. Here’s the absolute…
Here is a classic VW Campervan without the expense and headaches of restoring a VW Kombi. Everything about this van says ‘open road freedom’… These eclectic vehicles have been created by retro camper van fans Matt and Becky Clay, who…
Want to get hitched quicker than a night out in Las Vegas? Check out this beauty from McHitch. When I saw this auto coupling from McHitch, my curiosity had me signed up in no time. Many of us have seen…
