Real-World Owner’s Profile: Hilltop Hotham
There was a massive turnout at Hilltop Caravans’ second annual gathering. Almost 40 vans along with their owners – known as ‘Hilltopians’ – arrived at the Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park, Vic, in mid February...
Is Your RV Trip-Ready? Essential Caravan Prep
Heading off on a trip with your RV in tow provides the freedom to go wherever you like. But before you hitch up and pull out of the driveway, a little maintenance on your...
Road Vehicle Standards Act in Effect
Australia’s new regulatory framework governing the manufacturing and importation of RVs and other road vehicles is now in effect. The Road Vehicle Standards Act 2018 (RVSA) came into force on July 1 2021, following...
Restored Princess: Coronet Restoration
Once in a while, along comes a restoration project that is so painstakingly accurate, overseen by an owner so dedicated and committed, that the result simply makes the jaw drop. This 1965 Coronet Princess...
Caravan Review: Viscount Wild Shark
Anyone with a passing interest in caravanning would have heard of the iconic brand Viscount, whose history dates back to the 1950s. A couple of years ago, Viscount was given a new lease on...
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...
Caravan Review: Royal Flair EcoMate 19ft 6in
Royal Flair has been one of Australia’s premier caravan manufacturers for 30 years. The company’s vans are a staple of our roads, without question. From the Van Royce to the aggressive offroader known as...
OurGen RV Flynn Reviewed
I have been doing a lot of tent camping lately. Aiming to trim unnecessary gear from my travel kit, I reasoned that camping in my tent rather than a caravan would force me to...
A New Use For Your Sirocco II Fans!
Late last year, we held our Offroad Challenge as part of the filming for our upcoming TV show. Trouble was, it was blistering hot and shade was hard to come by. Inside our gazebo,...
Caravan Trip Planning
1. PREPARATION!
Make sure both your car and caravan have been serviced, including wheel bearings on the van. Use reputable companies and tell them your plans so they can check that you are thoroughly prepared...
