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THE FUTURE OF CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION

Throughout the decades, caravan manufacturers have experimented with numerous ways to build their vans. Some have stuck, some have been scrapped. There remains a handful of ways caravans are built in this country: aluminium...
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How To Run Starlink on 12V!

Starlink’s satellite-based internet service has revolutionised connectivity for people across the country, particularly for the travelling community. That said, it does have a glaring problem. It needs 240V mains power to operate. However, you...
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Ultimate9 Nudge Bars

Almost any 4WD can be improved by some sensible aftermarket accessories. LED lights, roof racks, throttle controllers… the list of what you can add is almost endless. For one Australian 4WD accessories company, Ultimate9, right...
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Test: Outback Tracks Roll Out Awning Anchor Kit

In my travelling life, I have had three mishaps involving awnings. The first occurred when I attempted to pull up my 4WD and caravan on a side street in Coffs Harbour. I misjudged the...
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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...
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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...
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What Makes a True Offroad Caravan?

Sit around a campfire or any happy hour discussion and ask about what constitutes an offroad-capable caravan, and watch the fireworks. Some people will tell you that a true offroad caravan does not exist...
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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...
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Tech Guide: Battery Management Systems

In our previous issue, we looked at the advancement of RV electrical systems, showing you a method of calculating your battery’s performance while camping off-grid using watts as the basis. As good as this...
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Review: Kakadu Caravans Sanctuary III

Kakadu Caravans is a brand that is gaining more and more traction in the Australian caravan market. These Australian-built vans are available in on-road, semi-offroad and offroad configurations, ranging in size from the 17ft...