D-Maxvideo

Isuzu D-MAX: Long Term Test Wrap-Up

Here at GoRV, we had an Isuzu D-MAX LS-U+ for six months in order to conduct a long-term test under a variety of conditions. The D-MAX has become one of Australia’s best-selling vehicles. In 2022,...
generator

No Sun? Recharge Your Solar Generator Anyway!

I’ve been advocating for portable lithium power stations, or solar generators as they are also known, for some time now. I’ve been using various models of solar generator out in the field for more...
ute

Bent Dual Cab Ute Chassis: How and Why

The other day, my wife and I were driving along Milleria Road in Melbourne’s inner west when we pulled up alongside a dual-cab ute. I can’t recall the make and model but it looked...
Avida Rockvideo

Review: Avida Rock Offroader

These days, it’s all about offroad caravans. At least, it seems that most manufacturers offer an ‘offroader’ in their stable of vans. Avida joined the offroad gang last year with the release of the Rock....
caravan registration

Caravan Registration Madness

Registration. It’s an unavoidable cost to factor in when considering buying a vehicle for use on public roads. Caravans are no different. The frustrating – and, some would say – unfair thing is that...
tyre pressure

Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems: Avoid a Blowout

Picture this: you’re on a picturesque road trip, towing your caravan through the rugged outback. The sun is shining, and the adventure awaits. Suddenly, disaster strikes – a flat tyre. Whether you’re in the...
JAWAvideo

Hybrid Review: JAWA Lowdown 13

I headed to the JAWA headquarters, based just outside of Caloundra, Qld, excited to test out a new hybrid model that JAWA had just released. ‘Headquarters’ is certainly the correct word to describe this...
Everest Caravans Camovideo

Review: Everest Caravans Camo

Regular GoRV readers would know that Everest Caravans is a new manufacturer that recently appeared on our radar. In recent months, we have tested two of its models: the top-end Ice Glider and the...
pacific caravans

Caravan Review: Pacific Pathfinder 17ft

Big caravans have their place and I always appreciate the living space they offer. However, single-axle rigs, about 18ft in body length, are my preference. They’re lighter, a little easier to tow, and when...
ACCC

ACCC Caravan Industry Concern

The Caravan Industry Association of Australia has said that it supports a “collaborative approach with the ACCC” in the wake of a new report that found “key issues of concern” within the RV industry. However,...