Caravan Buyer Guides & Ownership Advice
Explore our practical caravan buyer guides and ownership advice, from choosing the right van to towing, maintenance, insurance, and resale tips.
Buying & Selections
Two-Use Camping Champions – Lightweight Gear Hacks
Smart gear that works twice as hard - clever campsite items and stubby holder tricks every traveller should know.
Towing Guide
Tow Mirrors – Fixed vs Temporary Towing Mirror Comparison
Elvin Pal compares clip-on vs replacement towing mirrors after years of towing, revealing why Clearview mirrors remain his top pick.
Buying & Selections
Long-Term Tyre Test – 40,000 Kilometers Review
After 40,000km of Aussie touring, Elvin Pal reviews how the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tyres performed across desert, beach, and outback roads.
Towing Guide
Is It Lithium Ready? – Caravan Battery Upgrade Guide
Find out how to upgrade from AGM to lithium safely and ensure your caravan system is compliant with 2025 standards.
Buying & Selections
Fan Installation DIY – Sirocco II Caravan Fan Upgrade
Learn how to install Sirocco II fans in your caravan for efficient off-grid cooling with minimal power draw.
Towing Guide
Washing Lines on the Go – Clever Caravan Laundry Hacks
Learn clever ways to set up washing lines and dry clothes efficiently while caravanning in 2025.
Towing Guide
Towball Leverage Explained – How Weight Affects Towing Stability
Understand how tow ball mass and leverage impact your caravans rear axle weight for safer towing in 2025.
Towing Guide
Vanning with a Tent – Why Hybrid Touring Works
Discover why hybrid setups combining caravans and tents are ideal for exploring Australia's remote destinations in 2025.
Towing Guide
Can I Take an Air Fryer on the Road? – Caravan Cooking Guide
Thinking of adding an air fryer to your caravan kitchen? Alison Huth tests if an air fryer can replace the oven on the road.
Towing Guide
Caravan & Campsite Hygiene Tips for Travellers
Simple caravan and campsite hygiene tips from experienced travellers. Learn how to keep your van, tanks, and facilities clean and fresh on the road.
Buying & Selections
Tyre Pressures for Touring – Safe PSI Tips for Caravans & Tow Vehicles
Learn how to set the right tyre pressures for your caravan or tow vehicle when touring Australia. Stay safe with correct PSI levels for all terrains.
Buying & Selections
Caravan Payload Explained – Understanding Tare, ATM & Legal Limits
Understand caravan payload, tare and ATM. Learn how to calculate legal towing weights and increase payload safely in 2025.
Buying & Selections
Are Caravan Slide-Outs Still Worth It? – We Find Out
Slide-outs once defined caravan luxury, but are they still worth it in 2025? Malcolm Street explores the pros, cons and evolving designs.
