I really like Black Friday – it’s a fantastic excuse to have a browse, whether there’s something that you’ve got your eye on, or just want to have a look for bargains on items you never knew you needed. I also bought my own campervan earlier in the year, so I’m always on the lookout…

Black Friday may not be upon us until tomorrow, but there are plenty of deals already underway, including a huge 57% discount on this Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 portable power station, which also comes with a 100W solar panel. The huge saving slashes the price of this Jackery portable power station from £1,199 to £521.…

The best portable power station for a campervan can make a real difference to any camping experience, acting as a stand-alone power source and allowing you to keep your various gadgets topped up. Generally coming with their own inverter, portable power stations are available in a variety of sizes, with larger models providing longer run…

We’re excited to share the categories that we will be judging at the Practical Motorhome Awards 2026, running from 1st to 7th December. The purpose of our yearly Awards is simple. Our expert team at Practical Motorhome assess the latest releases on the market for the 2026 season, to help our readers find the right…

Leisure vehicles hate being unused. Just like humans, they get grumpy sitting in one place for months at a time and want to get out and about! In particular, having the weight of the motorhome sitting in one place on the tyres can cause flat spots and having all the engine belts stuck in one…

I’ve been considering having Wi-Fi in our ’van for some time, but I do think drilling holes in the roof of a vehicle that’s still under warranty would be a step too far. Until now, there have been several times on tour where the signal has been weak and the vehicle has acted like a…

When space is limited and power is precious, finding the best low wattage slow cooker can make a big difference to your travel experience. Whether you’re parked up for the night or adventuring off-grid, a slow cooker offers an easy, energy-efficient way to enjoy home-cooked meals without draining your power supply.  Although many tourers opt…

Black Friday may not start until Friday 28th November, but the sale has already started at various retailers, providing bargain-loving motorhomers with a great opportunity to buy must-have accessories at great prices. The Black Friday sale is not only a great chance to get tour-enhancing gadgets, but is also a good opportunity to get ahead…

If you’re embarking on a longer motorhome tour, it’s understandable that you would want to do everything you can to improve your fuel economy. The good news is that there are a variety of simple tips you can try that can make a difference, as I explain here. So first up. What actually impacts the…

It’s time for some motorhomers to begin the process of putting their beloved vehicle into hibernation for the winter months. If you’re coming to the end of your touring season and are looking for a helping hand with winterising a motorhome, we’re here to help. There are various schools of thought when it comes to…