How to Pack an RV Refrigerator the Right Way (11 Practical tips!)
Whether you have an RV fridge or a full-size residential one in your rig, these 11 tips will help you make the most of the available space.
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What Happens If An RV Gets Struck by Lightning?
Here's how to protect yourself and your RV from a lightning storm.
How to Prevent Trailer Sway? (14 Steps You Can Take Today!)
Worried about trailer sway? You should be! Here's a list of 14 things you should do to reduce the risk of trailer sway and associated road accidents.
Can I Park My RV at Walmart Overnight?
Here's how you can park your RV for free at a Walmart Supercenter. Including tips for finding the right location, getting permission to stay and making sure they don't kick you out in the middle of the night.
Can You Have a King Sized Bed in an RV?
Wondering if you can get a King-sized bed inside a motorhome or travel trailer? Here are some answers (and examples).
Adaptive Cruise Control For Pickup Trucks What You Need To Know
What do adaptive cruise control systems offer pickup trucks owners and should you get one? Here's everything you need to know: The good, the bad and the beautiful.
How to Install a 5th Wheel Hitch
Considering towing a 5th wheel trailer with your pickup truck? This is what you need to know about installing a 5th wheel hitch in the truck's bed.
How to Create an RV Parking Pad at Home (In 5 easy steps)
Building your own RV parking pad at home can be a great affordable solution for when you're not traveling. This post will guide you through the considerations and the step-by-step process of creating an RV parking pad on your property.
Can You Run the RV Generator While Driving?
Can you keep using the generator when driving on the road? Is it safe? Legal? Effective? And most of all - is it really necessary? Here's a quick review of RV generators that provides the answers to these questions.
How to Park an RV on a Hill
What to do if the only available parking for your RV is on a hill? Can you park an RV - motorhome, travel trailer or 5th wheel - on an incline? And if so, how to do that?
What Exactly Is a Fifth-Wheel?
New to RVing and not sure what the term "Fifth Wheel" even means? We have some answers for you, along with an analysis of the pros and cons of 5th wheels trailers, and a list of popular models.
When Is the Best Time to Buy a Pickup Truck?
Thinking of buying a pickup truck? Your choice of month and even day of the week could save you a lot of money! See this list of cheapest times in the year to buy your new large truck.
What’s Considered Good Mileage for a Used Pickup Truck?
Looking to buy a used pickup truck? One of your main considerations is probably the mileage. Here's what the odometer should ideally read on a used pickup truck that you're planning to purchase.
What’s the Best RV for a Tall Person?
If you're over 6 ft and looking to buy an RV, here's what you should be looking for (and which models provide that).
RV Owner’s Essential Gear Checklist
If you’re about to own an RV, there’s actually a fairly long list of things you should buy and things you can buy (but don’t have to). Here’s a quick checklist of the bare essentials. If you don’t have these…
Should you take an RV Trip? (Pros and Cons of an RV Vacation)
Dreaming of taking the family out camping in an RV? This may - or may not - be a good idea, depending on what you need and prefer.
SUV vs Pickup Truck for RV towing: which to choose?
Wondering whether you need an SUV or a pickup truck to tow an RV with? Whether you have a tow vehicle and need to choose a towable RV - or the other way around - read this post before making a decision.
What Is a Bunkhouse Travel Trailer? (Including 12 Real-Life Examples)
Looking to buy or rent an RV and not sure what the term "bunkhouse" stands for? This guide will explain all - how many beds, what length and type they are and what a true bunkhouse RV is.
37 RV Tips for Seniors That Will Keep You Safe and Happy
Here are 37 on-topic RV tips for seniors that will make owning, traveling and living in an RV a safe and wonderful experience throughout your life.
Locked out of the RV? Here’s How to Get Back Inside (And Prevent This from Happening Again)
Your RV is your home on the road. So, what happens if you get locked out of it? Here's what to do if you find yourself locked outside your motorhome or travel trailer - and also how to prevent this from happening in the first place.
Cool Things to Add to Your Truck’s Interior
Wishing you could get a brand new premium pickup truck but only have the budget for an older cheaper model? Well, you can still have an uber-cool interior – and it’s going to be a whole lot CHEAPER than paying…
How Long Can You Shower in an RV For?
Worried about not having enough time to enjoy a proper shower in your RV? Here's how long an RV shower actually lasts - and several tips on how to make it last longer.
Renting an RV – The Complete Concise Guide for Beginners
Thinking about renting an RV for your next vacation? Here's everything you should know - why rent an RV (and why not to), how much it's going to cost, where you can rent and what to expect. Everything in one concise guide.
Can you park an RV on the street? [Short Term RV parking advice]
Traveling in an RV and visiting places on the way? What if there’s this really great museum/store/restaurant that you really want to see on the way? Your gigantic rig is with you – not in a campground. What do you…
49 RV Maintenance Tips (That Will Save You Time, Money and Heartache)
49 crucial RV Maintenance Tips that will help you save time, money and heartache. Learn how to care for your motorhome, 5th wheel and travel trailer - effectively and with ease.
How Fast Can You Safely Drive When Towing an RV?
Planning an RV vacation and trying to calculate driving times? Wondering how fast you can go when towing a travel trailer or 5th wheel? Here's what you need to know about the maximum speed for safely towing an RV.
Which RVs Are Truly Four Season? (Including 11 Examples)
What makes an RV suitable for all-weather camping? Is there even such a thing as a four season RV? Taking a look at the parameters that make motorhomes, travel trailers and 5th wheels true four season RV's - along with examples of brands currently available on the market.
How Long Does It Take to Set up a Travel Trailer in a Campground?
Beginners often wonder how long it should take them to fully set up their travel trailer once in the campground. Here's a detailed list of the steps and how long they should take you.
What to Do if an RV Slide Out Stops Working?
Getting your RV slide outs stuck can be a pain. Here's what could be wrong with your slide out and how you can get it fixed.
What’s a Dually Truck (And Do You Need One to Tow a Travel Trailer)?
Ever wondered what a dually was? Here's a summary I created about dually pickup trucks, their pros and cons and whether or not you need one to tow a travel trailer with.
Buying a Used Truck? 5 Essential Things You Must Consider
Thinking of buying a used pickup truck to tow your RV with? Decide on these 5 things before you even begin your search.
Towing Capacity and Trailer Weight – What RV Owners Need to Know
Worried whether your truck can tow that RV? Here's everything you need to know about towing capacity and trailer weight. A simple explanation with illustrations.
Which State Is Best for Buying a Vehicle (Including an RV!)
You can save thousands of dollars by choosing where to buy your expensive RV. So which US state is best for buying? Here's everything you need to know.
How to Safely Backup a Pickup Truck (Or a Full-Size SUV)
Considering getting a pickup truck or large SUV and concerned about driving in reverse to back up into a tight parking spot? How about with a trailer in tow? Scary stuff indeed. Here's a few tips that will help you safely backup a truck.
Grille Guards – Are They Worth the Investment?
Should you get a grille guard or bull bar for your pickup truck or SUV? I'm wondering the same thing, so I set out to explore the world of grille guards and covers and here are my conclusions
What Does a V8 Engine Mean for Pickup/SUV Owners?
Once you start looking at full-size SUVs and pickup trucks as potential tow vehicles for your RV, you soon notice that most of them have V8 engines. What Does a V8 Engine Mean? The V stands for the shape of…
Trucks vs SUVs for Family Travel – Which Is Better?
Family travel with an RV in tow - check. Now, what about that towing vehicle? Should you get a pickup or maybe a full-size SUV will be better for your needs? Let's look at the pros and cons to determine the answer for the question: Trucks VS SUV for family travel - which is better?
What does Payload Capacity actually mean in a Pickup Truck?
Thinking of buying a pickup truck and looking into specs? Confused by the term “payload capacity”? Between the truck’s weight, towing capacity and other details, it certainly can get confusing. Here’s the answer you’re looking for – Payload capacity simply…
Is Driving in Four-Wheel Drive on a Highway Safe?
In a vehicle with optional 4WD - is it safe to use the 4WD setting while driving on the highway? Or is that reserved strictly for off-roading? Here are some answers to help you out.
When Should You Use 4WD? (Four-Wheel Drive Guide)
If you have a 4-wheel drive system in your pickup truck or SUV, you'll need to know when to switch it on. Here's an in-depth explanation and instructions on when to use 4WD off-road and on-road.
Truck Engine Sizes (And What They Mean for Pickup Owners)
Looking to buy a truck to tow an RV with? Here's everything you need to know about engine specs. Which matter more and which less and how to figure out the right truck for your needs.
Diesel Vs. Gas Truck – Which Is Best For You?
Wondering whether to get a diesel or a gas pickup truck to tow your travel trailer or 5th wheel with? Is one type better than the other? We were wondering the same, so did the research and have some answers…
Types of Truck Cabs Guide: Which is the Perfect Choice for you?
Pickup trucks are versatile vehicles. One of the many features you need to choose as an owner is the cabin – the passenger area of the truck. There are three basic types of pickup truck cabs in the market, although…
Is Driving a Pickup Truck Hard?
Pickup trucks are heavier and stronger than cars. Longer and higher up, they may seen intimidating. But is it hard to drive a pickup truck? Here's a careful analysis - including tips for making driving a truck easier!
7 Types of RVs You Simply Must Know
To make our RV dream come true, we must first understand what an RV is, right? With that in mind, I prepared this extensive review of types of recreational vehicles. What's a Class B and what's a truck camper? Answers to those questions and more in this post!