Buying Guides
The best mattress topper for a VW campervan: our top picks
The best campervan mattress topper can help you enjoy a comfortable night's sleep, saving you from buying a new mattress.
Advice
Advice
How to level a motorhome
Levelling a motorhome can make a big difference if you find your pitch is uneven - Peter Baber talks you through the process.
Advice
The Practical Motorhome Hall of Fame: the Auto-Trail Grande Frontier
Our latest Hall of Fame inductee is the only A-class range currently built by a volume UK producer.
Advice
These are my 10 tips for greener driving in your motorhome
Motorhome Matt Sims is sharing his 10 tips for greener driving so you can enjoy better fuel efficiency and reduce your carbon footprint.
Habitation Matters
How to insulate your wheel arches
Insulating your motorhome's wheel arches and wrapping them snugly works wonders when it comes to keeping out the cold.
Technical
How to keep a campervan warm in winter
If you're touring during the colder months, you will probably want to know what the best way to heat a campervan is.
Buying Guides
The best motorhome wheel clamp: our top picks
The best wheel clamp for a motorhome should provide a bright visual deterrent and a secure fitting, helping you keep your 'van safe and...
Buying Guides
The best dash cam for a motorhome: our top picks
The best dash cam for a motorhome will give you peace of mind, capturing footage of any incidents that could occur.
Advice
The importance of torque in your motorhome
The engine power of your motorhome is important, but the key to performance in any leisure vehicle is actually the torque, says Diamond Dave.
Advice
Meet the Autohomes Merlin and Excalibur (1983-1988)
The Autohomes Merlin and Excalibur were similar but with different layouts, plus the former came with a longer Luton overcab.
Advice
Meet the ‘van that was called ‘Sweden’s first motorhome’
Gentleman Jack takes a look at the 'van that was 'Sweden's first motorhome', the Johannesson Husbilen (1963 and 1965).
Advice
23 technical errors every motorhome owner will want to avoid
The expert team at Practical Motorhome are sharing 23 technical mistakes you'll want to make sure you avoid when you're in your 'van.
Advice
The importance of European breakdown cover for a motorhome
Without comprehensive cover on a European trip, you can very rapidly find yourself spending vast sums of money should you break down.
Travel and Touring
The 6 things I learnt on my first motorhome trip
I took our long-term test Bailey on my first motorhome holiday and these were my take-aways...
Advice
14 common motorhome myths busted
Motorhome Matt goes in search of the truth about touring, separating fact from fiction and dispelling some common motorhome misunderstandings.
Advice
Buying a used Devon Firefly (2015-present)
A used Devon Firefly is available on a SWB and LWB Ford Transit Custom, offering owners a practical and easy to live in interior.
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Beat the winter blues with Malibu’s stunning seasonal deals
Malibu’s winter deals will make the end of the year an unforgettable start to your next trip.
Awnings & Accessories
Best motorhome gadget 2025
Taking the best motorhome gadgets away with you can really improve your touring experience - we reveal our pick of the bunch
Buying Guides
Best motorhome accessory 2025
The best motorhome accessories should make a real difference to your touring experience - here's our pick of the products that should
Buying Guides
Best low-profile motorhome 2025
We share our pick of the best low-profile motorhomes on the market, featuring Chausson, Pilote, Hymer and more
Advice
Cyber Monday deals: stocking fillers for motorhome owners
There's still time to scoop up some deals on Cyber Monday!
Advice
These are the best Black Friday deals for motorhome gifts that you’ll actually be thanked for
We've rounded up some of the best deals spotted this Black Friday that a motorhome owner would love to receive.
Advice
Campervan vs motorhome: I’ve debated it with the rest of the team, this is our verdict
Are you stuck between a campervan or a motorhome? We've been discussing it between us at Practical Motorhome and we think we've found the...
Buying Guides
19 of the best gifts for campervan owners
Whether you're buying for a foodie, an outdoor lover or the person who's impossible to buy for, you're bound to find some ideas for...
Advice
What is a sat nav?
We talk you through what exactly a sat nav is, explaining the features and benefits they can provide 'van owners with.
Advice
This is why I think cheapest might not be best for insuring your motorhome
Motorhome Matt explains why it's worth investing in more comprehensive cover from a reputable provider when insuring a motorhome.
Advice
33 errors every motorhome owner will want to avoid
The experts at Practical Motorhome are sharing the 33 errors you'll want to avoid making and the things you will want to make sure...
Advice
How to build a shelf in your motorhome’s kitchen
Ingenuity can turn garage clutter into a useful additional storage shelf in your motorhome kitchen, says Techno Tom Bedworth.
Advice
These are my 15 must-haves for any motorhome trip
Motorhome Matt shares his must-haves for any tour - items that may not be essentials but the accessories that he just can’t leave at...
Travel and Touring
27 mistakes you’ll want to avoid next time you’re on-site
The expert team at Practical Motorhome are sharing the 27 mistakes you'll want to avoid next time you're on-site in your 'van.
Travel and Touring
Here’s how my weekend tour to Norfolk went in the McLouis Fusion 373
Peter Baber took the McLouis Fusion 373 out on a tour to Norfolk and found it offered the ideal base for a summer weekend...
Advice
Replacing a Fiat Ducato door mirror
Diamond Dave explains how he went about replacing a Fiat Ducato mirror after suffering a smashed mirror housing.
Advice
Buying a used Ace Novella coachbuilt motorhome (2002-2006)
Ace Novella coachbuilt motorhomes were exciting, appealing and sold by the shedload - and they make an enticing used buy, says Gentleman Jack.
Advice
Do you need a special sat nav for a motorhome?
If you're wondering "do you need a special sat nav for a motorhome" we're here to help, as we talk you through the benefits...
Habitation Matters
How I went about tracking down a fault in an A-class motorhome
Sometimes problems such as loss of power in a motorhome require a great deal of detective work before the cause (and a solution) can...
Advice
Pilote Vega V600G X Edition vs Bailey Endeavour B62
Both Pilote and Bailey offer solid craftsmanship, attractive interiors and plenty of storage - but which of these models is right for you?
Advice
Meet the Škoda S1203, a ‘van that was great to drive and extremely reliable
Gentleman Jack takes a look at the Škoda S1203 (1968-1999), a 'van that offered a great driving experience and was also extremely reliable.
Advice
Buying a used Roller Team Pegaso (2017-present)
A used Roller Team Pegaso is an A-class (integral) coachbuilt, offering a contemporary interior and generous bed sizes.
Advice
Used Auto-Sleeper coachbuilts (2008 – present) ‘van buyer
If you're in the market for a second-hand van, consider a used Auto-Sleeper from Marquis.
Travel and Touring
Taking the Wingamm Oasi 540.1 on a tour to the Lake District
Peter Baber takes the Wingamm Oasi 540.1 on a tour to the Lake District, a model with a monocoque design and plenty of comfort.
Advice
Motorhome roof cleaning: a step-by-step guide
The roof can be the dirtiest part of a 'van, prompting John Sootheran to find out how to clean a motorhome roof
Advice
The important role of a motorhome tracker: here’s why I think you should consider installing one
Motorhome Matt explains why installing a tracker offers added security to your 'van and takes a look at the costs associated with one.