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Offroad Caravans: Five Key Features
Offroad caravans come in all shapes and sizes. But the truth is, offroad caravans are not created equally.
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Many caravans badged ‘offroad’ are genuine bush-thumping beasts that will follow the tracks...
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...
ZOLEO: Real-World Field Test
When I was initially asked if I would give the ZOLEO Global Satellite Communicator a trial run, I was quite excited as I had been considering our communication systems for some time.
ZOLEO promised to...
Onboard Diagnostics: Diagnose Error Codes
On the outskirts of Melbourne during peak-hour traffic and light rain, my Land Cruiser suddenly flashed a warning: “Pre-Collision System Malfunction. Visit Dealer.” Then it shifted into limp mode, leaving me with just enough...
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,...
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...
Caravan Air-Conditioning: Webasto Cool Top Trail
Of all the features and comforts found on a modern caravan, arguably none are more important than the reverse-cycle air-conditioner. It’ll keep you cool in the heat and warm in the cold.
The Webasto Cool...
ZOLEO Global Satellite Communicator Updated
One day, perhaps, Australia will have coast to coast mobile coverage. Well… perhaps not. Not any time soon, anyway. The lack of mobile coverage outside of our major cities and main regional centres presents...
DIY: Caravan Maintenance Advice
If you’ve recently purchased a new or second-hand caravan, you will want to ensure all of its systems and appliances are functioning correctly and safely. Here are 10 essential caravan maintenance tasks you can...
Sirocco 12V Fan Installation
Michael D’Argent is a photographer and videographer who is travelling Australia in a van conversion with his friends. But travelling up north, or in outback South Australia, presented a major issue: the lack of...