Caravan World

Caravan World is the ‘go-to’ destination for reviews of new caravans and motorhomes, as well as amazing Australian destinations. From Wilsons Promontory to Weipa, the Gunbarrel to the Gibb River Road, Caravan World travels to the best vanning locations this country has to offer. Caravan World is full of advice on tow vehicles and technical advice. Need tips on how to use a weight distribution hitch, or finding the right coupling for your van? Caravan World employs the most knowledgeable writers for up-to-date technical advice. Caravan World tests the latest gadgets, from ball weight scales to GPS, all to make life on the road more comfortable. You’ll also find recipes, the latest news on the Aussie vanning scene, and topical columns. Caravan World has been published for over 40 years, with only four editors in that time. You can trust them.

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JOHN FORD

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION ON ALL NAC CHASSIS

THE GREAT TRENTHAM SPUDFEST RETURNS

ACCC WARNS CONSUMERS ABOUT POTENTIALLY DEADLY SOLAR BATTERIES

THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR WALKING

GRAMPIANS TOUR OPERATOR AWARDED BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM IN VICTORIA

HANDS-ON DRIVING • The days of automated manual transmissions appear to be ending…

FULL CIRCLE: TOURING VEHICLE REVISITED • After three years in a ute, we have decided to return to a wagon for touring duties, with comfort being the key driver

BIGGER IS NOT NECESSARILY BETTER • This month David answers a question about choosing the right power management system to meet your specific needs.

A SHOT IN THE ARM • A federal tourism long-term strategy aims to reimagine and rejuvenate Australia's tourism industry

FIRE SAFETY

RV INLINE WATER FILTER FROM B.E.S.T. WATER FILTERS

TRAVEL HAPPY • We shine the spotlight on caravanners, their rigs and their travel tales

HOW TO WIN

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU • The $100k+ 3500kg ATM family van is a booming category in the RV market with plenty of stiff competition. The Kokoda Force 8 is a strong contender in this space.

UNDERSTANDING CARAVAN WEIGHTS • The acronyms and calculations behind caravan weight can be a very confusing topic, even among seasoned caravanners, but taking the time to understand it is essential.

ANNE BEADELL HIGHWAY • The Anne Beadell Highway stretches 1320km across the Great Victoria Desert, connecting Coober Pedy (SA) with Laverton (WA). It was surveyed and built in five stages between 1953 and 1962 by the legendary Len Beadell and his Gunbarrel Road Construction Party, and named after his wife, Anne.

PACKS A PUNCH • We took the Victory Trophy Series 146 single- axle van out for a spin, and as they say, good things come in small packages.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS • Many parts of the eastern states were impacted by floods last year which meant a change of plans for many campers who normally spend their summer holidays along popular lakes and rivers. But many communities are open for business and welcoming tourists this summer.

PARADISE ON THE BEATEN TRACK • The trip from Newcastle to Taree on the mid north coast of NSW can take two hours. Caravan World thinks two weeks is a much better option with some of NSW's best beachside caravan parks to stay at and enjoy.

APOLLO FACTORY TOUR • Apollo is one of Australia's largest RV manufacturers. It's time we looked at their vast production facility in Queensland.

TRUE GRIT • Manufactured with all the right stuff in south-east Queensland, this van has a lot to like. OFFROAD GRIT RV's more than 20 years’ experience in boat building has provided a wealth of relevant knowledge in the art of creating a great caravan. It could almost sail the seven seas but will stay firmly on the ground.

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