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
Advice
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
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
Motorcaravanning for beginners – everything you need to know!
Are you thinking about trying out a motorhome holiday? Here's everything you need to know about motorhomes for beginners!
Advice
Spotlight on Window Care & Skylight Repair
Sammy Faircloth offers advice on repairing a scratched window, maintaining 'van windows and replacing a damaged skylight
News
Carado offers extra packages
Two new option packages are being offered by Carado for the 2021 season, along with a range of new models in its van conversion...
News
Sunlight adds to its ranges
German budget brand Sunlight is including a reconfigured van conversion, an island bed in a compact van and an ultra-short overcab among other new...
News
Best campsites in Wales with sea views
Wales is one of the most popular destinations for touring, with the varied and rugged Welsh coastline offering spectacular views and the chance to...
News
Best campsites in Scotland with sea views
Here's our pick of some the best campsites with sea views in Scotland
Advice
How to… Add a worktop extension
A tweak to your kitchen extension can increase the available surface area and make it more adaptable, too. Here, we show you how
Buying & Selling
Used ‘Van Buyer: Adria Twin (2007-2014)
Gentleman Jack reveals what you need to know about buying a pre-owned Adria Twin motorhome
Buying & Selling
The best travel tech for 2020
Paul Critcher picks out some brilliant touring gadgets
Buying & Selling
Used ‘Van Challenge – 3 ideal starter motorhomes
This month's brief: three ideal starter motorhomes. The answer? Consider end-lounge compact coachbuilts, says Nick Harding
Travel and Touring
Touring post-lockdown
As the long lockdown begins to ease, motorcaravanners can start planning to get back on the road again. But some aspects of touring are...