Kokoda Commando F226 Reviewed
Kokoda’s latest caravan is not what you’d expect from this well-regarded manufacturer. If you’re expecting a meranti timber frame, composite aluminium cladding and a front-bedroom, rear-bathroom layout, you would be mistaken.
The Kokoda Commando F226...
Test: Outback Tracks Roll Out Awning Anchor Kit
In my travelling life, I have had three mishaps involving awnings. The first occurred when I attempted to pull up my 4WD and caravan on a side street in Coffs Harbour. I misjudged the...
Vista RV Crossover XLI Review
There are a number of well-regarded names in the hybrid camper manufacturing industries. One of these is Vista RV. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that this company’s rig, the Crossover,...
Caravan Review: Atlantic Endeavour 18ft 6in Bunk Van
A caravan’s layout is just as important as its build quality, or the features that come standard. I was reminded of how clever a layout can be in April when I hitched up the...
Caravan Review: Lotus Caravans 17ft Freelander
Of Australia’s many offroad caravan manufacturers, few match the reputation and and experience of Lotus Caravans. A few come to mind, but Lotus Caravans would surely make any top five list concerning offroad caravans.
The...
Caravan Review: Royal Flair EcoMate 19ft 6in
Royal Flair has been one of Australia’s premier caravan manufacturers for 30 years. The company’s vans are a staple of our roads, without question. From the Van Royce to the aggressive offroader known as...
Caravan Review: Wonder Roo Pearl XX3 Silver+
Wonder Roo has been operating for a few years now. It is one of the quiet achievers of the Victorian caravan manufacturing industry, having steadily built a good reputation and loyal customer base.
The company...
Caravan Review: JB Caravans Scorpion Sting
Caravans sure have changed over the last five years. The revamped JB Caravans Scorpion Sting is a case in point. From the way it is built to the equipment on board, it is a...
Alpha Suspensions Guide
If it’s an offroad or even a semi-offroad caravan, there’s a good chance it will have independent coil suspension. For good reason.
Independent coil suspension absorbs massive forces imposed by varying road conditions. If it...
Diesel Fuel Efficiency Test: Driving Slower
Fuel. Along with accommodation/site costs, it’ll be one of your biggest expenses when caravanning, if not the biggest. But I don’t need to tell you that – no doubt your bank account has told...
