Servicing & Care
Tech Q&A – October 2022
DEF Lifespan Q: My motorhome is a 2015 Thor Palazzo 35. It has the Cummins 340-hp engine and Allison transmission. The question I have is about the DEF that has been…
tech
Gear & Accessories
Solar Power to Go
Unless you’ve been hibernating for the past few years, you’ve heard of using solar power in an RV. The idea of “free” energy is appealing to nearly everyone, so this is one…
Towing
Toyota Provides a Glimpse of the Hitchless Future of Towing
For decades, Toyota has been a disruptive force within the auto industry. The Japanese automaker has been responsible for a slew of impressive innovations, including producing the first mass-market hybrid…
RV
Tech Q&A – September, 2022
Overhead Lights Inoperative Q: We recently purchased a 2012 Airstream Interstate Class B motorhome and are having a problem with the overhead lights. We have checked and changed the fuse, checked the switch…
Trending RVs
The Hymer Venture S May be the Most Innovative Camper Van Ever Built
An innovative new camper van from a company called Hymer is turning heads at Caravan Salon this week. The event—held in Düsseldorf, Germany—is one of the largest RV shows in…
Trending RVs
The Bowlus Volterra is an All-Electric Luxury Travel Trailer
If the latest press release from upscale travel trailer manufacturer Bowlus is to be believed, the company is preparing to ship the first production RV to be 100% electric. The…
DIY & How To’s
Lessons Learned from a DIY Solar RV Install
Last fall, our family embarked on a journey across the United States in our 30-foot Winnebago travel trailer. We knew our trusty Toyota Tundra and Winne Minnie Plus would keep…
DIY & How To’s
Everything You Need to Know About RV Solar Systems
Did you know that an area the size of a 32-foot travel trailer’s roof receives enough energy from the sun during six hours in the middle of the day to…
Towing
Will Your Next Tow Vehicle Be Electric?
After decades of promises, technology has matured to a point where electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) are reliable, environmentally friendly alternatives to their gasoline- and diesel-powered…
Safety & Maintenance
How Much Solar Do I need on My RV?
Having four big solar panels attached to the roof of our trailer attracts a bit of attention when we pull into most campgrounds. It is not uncommon for a new…