Technical

A campervan driving past Glencoe in winter

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.

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.

Technical

How to buy a motorhome at a show

Packed with new models, shows can be great places to buy motorhomes – but they can be daunting! Here's our guide to help you...

Technical

Motorhome Matt on getting a good internet connection when you’re on tour

Motorhome Matt grapples with another key topic as he unpicks the best way to achieve a good internet connection while you’re on your travels.

Technical

Diamond Dave on refillable gas cylinders and their tanks

Refillable gas cylinders in your ’van are pressure vessels, which should be inspected at 10-year intervals by qualified technicians, says Diamond Dave

Technical

Diamond Dave on motorhome fridge malfunctions

It’s the time of year when you tend to notice if your fridge is not operating as well as it should. Diamond Dave has...

Technical

Internet in a motorhome: how to get connected in your ‘van

Getting good internet in a motorhome can sometimes be a challenge, so how can you ensure the best signal? Peter Rosenthal finds out.

Technical

Cleaning a motorhome: a step-by-step guide

If you're wondering how to clean a motorhome, John Sootheran is on hand, sharing his top tips and techniques to help you achieve a...

Technical

How to help your motorhome pass an MOT

Taking some simple steps to prepare your motorhome could help it sail through its next MOT

Technical

How to fit an Alde Outside Temperature Sensor

It’s useful to know what the weather is doing, without having to step outside, and an Alde outside temperature sensor is very easy to...

Technical

How to upgrade a TV amplifier

TV reception can be a bit hit and miss when you're pitched up, but an upgrade to your TV amplifier can improve your viewing...

Technical

3 common motorhome myths debunked

Diamond Dave takes a look at three common motorhome myths and debunks some of the misinformation that does the rounds

A red warning light on a motorhome dashboard

Technical

Know your dashboard warning lights

They may be small, but those warning lights on your dashboard have important information to share and should never be ignored, says Diamond Dave

Advice

Spotlight on Refrigerator Care

How often do you have your motorhome refrigerator serviced? Sammy Faircloth explains why it's so important to do this regularly, and how to get...

Advice

In depth guide to solar panels

Solar panels are a useful automatic fit-and-forget product that can help supply additional charge to your motorhome batteries - but understanding how to get...

Dry powder extinguishers deal with many types of fire, but cause mess

Habitation Matters

Stay fire safe on tour

Fire is one of the scariest things that can happen to your motorhome. How can you protect against it and what safety kit should...

Here, hardstanding spaces have been created for extra-wide vehicles

Habitation Matters

How to store your motorhome

Some people tour all year, but if you prefer to lay up your vehicle for the winter, you need to ensure it is protected,...

A woman filling her motorhome water tank

Technical

Spotlight on Common Errors

Sammy Faircloth addresses some basic mistakes that are often made when touring - and simple ways to avoid them

Technical

Toddler friendly holidays

A motorhome is perfect for family holidays! Marcus Leach reveals essential tips for stress-free travel with toddlers to keep the family holiday on track.

Technical

How to store your ‘van over winter

Don't want to keep touring? Just follow our simple guide to winter hibernation, says John Sootheran.

Parked up in front of beautiful Scottish scenery

On The Road

Converting a dream campervan (Part Two)

Now Andy McCandlish has finally finished converting his dream campervan, what would it be like to actually go on holiday in?

Cutting the roof off, the genius with a grinder...

Base Vehicle Matters

Converting a campervan (Part One)

With the planning completed, it's time to begin the hands-on work of converting Andy McCandlish's van into his dream camper

Leave your electric cable at home to enjoy a whole new touring experience!

On The Road

Need to know… Going Unplugged

Leave your electric cable at home to enjoy a whole new touring experience! John Sootheran shows you how

If any dash warning lights are lit, check earths and measure the battery voltage. Low voltage can throw up erroneous warning lights

Advice

Need to Know… Easy Electrics

Almost every habitation device in your motorhome relies on electricity to function, but checking for faults is simple, as Peter Rosenthal reveals

Before you find yourself on the hard shoulder wondering where you're spare wheel and tools might be, it pays do do a dry run at home

On The Road

How to safely change a wheel

Before you find yourself on the hard shoulder wondering where your spare wheel and tools might be, it pays to do a dry run...

Campervans are ideal for towing watercraft, and large RIBs, such as this are surprisingly light to tow

Base Vehicle Matters

Towing Tips for Motorhomes

A towbar is more than a device for hauling a trailer - it's an attachment point for all sorts of gear. Peter Rosenthal outlines...

Running an older campervan is an emotional rollercoaster. When it's good, it's very very good, but when it's bad...

Base Vehicle Matters

The pros and cons of owning a classic campervan

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

Alde boiler and flue maintenance

Nigel Hutson looks at an important piece of maintenance for Alde boilers and addresses the problem of ice forming beneath an external flue

Technical

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...

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...

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

Infrastructure for charging is a crucial factor in the roll-out of electric vehicles

Technical

The Future is… Electric Motorhomes

Before long we'll all be driving electric motorhomes, but there are some issues that the industry will face in the years ahead. Peter Baber...

Going off-grid allows you to pitch up in any direction and have the best views at a campsite

Technical

Spotlight on Off-grid Touring

Sammy Faircloth's family enjoy camping off-grid, without mains hook-up or washroom facilities, but it does require a bit of advance planning.

It's crucial to keep your motorhome secure

Technical

Safe and Secure – Your Guide to Motorhome Security

It's crucial to keep your motorhome secure - here are some easy ways in which you can do it

Follow our top tips for touring all winter (and, should you have to, driving in snow and ice)

Technical

How to keep touring all winter

If you want to keep touring through the winter months, follow our guide and maximise your memory-making whatever the weather. John Sootheran shows you...