Advice

Classic campervans – the pros and cons

Taking the first step on the motorhome ladder is expensive and can be daunting. If you have a limited budget, an older ‘van offers...

Buying & Selling

Motorhome brand family trees – Part 2 – Trigano

In the second part of our series on motorhome manufacturers' and brands' family trees we look at the Trigano Group

Advice

Television on Tour

If you watch TV in your motorhome, you need to know how to get a perfect picture, whenever you pitch. John Sootheran has the...

Buying & Selling

Motorhome brand family trees – Part 1 – Erwin Hymer Group (EHG)

Here we unravel the various motorhome manufacturers' and brands' family trees - in this article, Erwin Hymer Group

Base Vehicle Matters

Fitting alloy wheels to your campervan

Alloys are one of the easiest ways to give your vehicle an instant style upgrade, but what do you need to know before bolting...

Habitation Matters

How to install a coffee machine

Getting a really good cup of coffee in your motorhome when you're not on a mains hook-up is fast and easy - with the...

Advice

Spotlight on Leisure Batteries

A steady power supply is a touring essential, and how you choose, use and care for your batteries helps ensure enjoyable adventures. Here's what...

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Buyer: Auto-Sleeper Warwick Duo and XL (2009-present)

Gentleman Jack focuses on buying a secondhand Auto-Sleeper Warwick Duo and XL to reveal which is the best of the bunch, what to pay...

Travel

Top UK road trips – our pick of the best routes

Our pick of UK road trips from the North Coast 500 to the A272

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Buyer: Bessacarr E400 series (2006-2017)

Gentleman Jack focuses on this popular Bessacarr motorhome as a great secondhand buy. He reveals the best of the bunch, what to pay and...

On The Road

How to fit a tyre pressure monitoring system

Many modern vehicles come fitted with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), but how do you retrofit one in your 'van? Peter Rosenthal finds...

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Buyer: Overcab Coachbuilt Motorhomes

Overcabs aren't seen in manufacturers' new-motorhome offerings as often as they used to be, but they still represent a favourite with many families! Here...

General

Changing the mindset – councils need to rise to motorhome challenge

Come the 12th April, when (hopefully) campsites are allowed to receive guests, a lot of motorhomes will be taking to England’s roads, their owners...

Base Vehicle Matters

How to Choose a New Campervan Conversion

You've decided on a van conversion, but the next question is, which vehicle, and which converter? Tony Brown outlines how he made the crucial...

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Buyer: A-Class Motorhomes

With high specifications and price points to match, A-class vehicles are truly aspirational. Here we pick out some great used options

Advice

How to upgrade your lights to LED

Switch the lighting in your motorhome kitchen from fluorescent to LEDs and you'll be surprised just how much brighter everything looks, says Nigel Hutson

Habitation Matters

Spotlight on… Winter Preparation

Not all motorcaravanners tour off-season, so Sammy Faircloth outlines important tasks to complete before storing your motorhome

Habitation Matters

Top gadgets for cold-weather touring

Paul Critcher picks out some brilliant winter kit

Travel and Touring

Travel to the European Union post Brexit

An update on the latest travel advice to the EU post -Brexit

General

New Year, New You – make 2021 your best year ever!

Here’s our advice on making the most of your van in 2021, whether you’re a newbie or an old-hand

General

Skelwith Fold’s winter changes

Skelwith Fold in Ambleside is seeing through projects that will make it ready to meet the challenges of a new order when it reopens...

Advice

Get the lowdown on gas

Gas is a brilliant fuel for motorcaravanners and here, John Sootheran outlines its many pros... and a few cons

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Showroom Stars: Pop-Top Campers

With their capacity to accommodate another bed, and the extra headroom they provide in a limited space, pop-top campervans can really transform your touring...

Buying & Selling

Compact Motorhomes: why small is beautiful

Ted Martin shares his experiences of buying and living with a compact motorhome, and how 'keeping it simple' can often pay real dividends

General

Industry warns over ‘green’ vehicles plan

National Caravan Council warns against bringing forward the ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol vehicles to 2030

Advice

Technical Tips: Fridges

Our technical expert, motorhome engineer Diamond Dave, offers tips on an important aspect of motorcaravanning - fridges

On The Road

Technical Tips: Fuel Consumption

Our technical expert, Diamond Dave is a highly experienced motorhome engineer. Here he offers advice on managing economic fuel consumption

General

Plans for aires in Scotland take shape

Scotland plans for an aires network for motorhomes

General

Government backs down on vehicle excise duty hike

The National Caravan Council is claiming a second victory in its campaign to prevent a significant rise in vehicle tax on motorhomes

Habitation Matters

Motorhome Salvage & Spares

Old motorhomes never die - they just get recycled! John Sootheran discovers a thriving industry that's great for the planet, and your wallet

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Round-Up: Drop-Down Beds

The ingenious drop-down bed is one of the key factors that can make or break the deal when you're choosing your next motorhome. Here,...

Project Vans

Creating a horsebox conversion

Some people look outside the box for inspiration, but the inside of a box was at the heart of John Taylor's conversion project -...

Buying & Selling

Buying a 4×4 motorhome

Planning to tour further afield, Nigel and Sonia Wignall decided to upgrade to a 4x4 motorhome. Here, Sonia reveals their buying process

Buying & Selling

Used ‘Van Buyer: Auto-Sleeper Coachbuilt on VW T5 Transporter

Gentleman Jack reveals what you need to know about buying a pre-owned Auto-Sleeper coachbuilt based on a VW T5 Transporter

Advice

How to find the right campsite

Pick a great campsite and you’re guaranteed a brilliant holiday! Here’s everything you need to think about choosing the right campsite - location, facilities,...