Caravan Weight Myths

Myth 1: It is fine to have end weight (like toolboxes and spare wheels) as long as the front end is heavier than the back. Reality: This is commonly believed. It is a very dangerous...
4WD suspension

4WD Suspension Basics

Your 4WD suspension design can make a difference to how well it tows, and how much it can tow. Of course, there are many other factors in the mix for good towing stability, such...
caravan tyres

Caravan Tyres: Advice

Think back to the time you were getting set-up with your first caravan and tow vehicle. Can you remember what you were looking for? You probably looked at the accessories fitted, the size and...
batteries

Guide: How To Keep Your Caravan Batteries Charged!

Back in April 2023, we looked at how you should size up your caravan’s battery requirements based on the power consumption of the appliances you want to run. This month, we look at the...
lithium power

Portable Lithium Power Stations

Caravanning and camping are not what they used to be. In the old days, it was all about getting away from the complications of normal life. It was a pretty basic affair. Nowadays, we...
Anderson plugvideo

Anderson Plug Connection: Tech Guide

It was not that long ago when we’d hitch up our caravan and camper’s electrics using a simple seven-pin plug to control the lights at the rear. It’s also quite likely that one of...
air-conditioner

Run Your Air-Conditioner Off-Grid

I have mentioned before that I administer a few caravanning and camping groups on Facebook, and about this time of year, a lot of members ask about purchasing a generator to run their caravan’s...
free-camping

Guide To Better Free-Camping: Part 1

Out of all the ways we can travel around the country, free-camping is my favourite. There is something very challenging about living in your caravan in a remote area, using only the resources you...
caravan tyresvideo

Essential Advice: Caravan Tyres

Caravan tyres aren’t cheap, nor are they something that should be taken for granted. So how do you choose what’s right for your setup? For starters, it helps if you understand tyre types and...
MU-Xvideo

Isuzu MU-X LS-T Fuel Test

Fuel. Like it or not (and we mostly don’t like it), you’ll spend a fair bit of time and moolah at the bowser when travelling the country. Hitch up a large caravan and, well,...