Windscreen and glass damage contribute to a huge number of motorhome insurance claims each year. For motorists who’ve only ever encountered car window damage in the past, the repair bill for uninsured motorhome glass damage can come…
Read More Hints & TipsCaravan historian and journalist, Andrew Jenkinson, tells the story of Sprite Caravans (one of the best-known caravan makes in caravanning history). The video contains rare photographs and expert commentary, that is sure to appeal to Shield caravan insurancecustomers.…
Read More Video LibraryBuying a new caravan is a big decision. It is not uncommon to see “nearly new” caravans on dealers’ forecourts (traded-in within a few months of purchase), simply because the buyer didn’t take the time…
Read More Buyer's GuidesI wish they all could be California…. VW’s official camper – the California SE – is the UK’s top-selling campervan hitting sales of over 500 a year. Stuart Craig finds out why. Unless you are very new…
Read More Buyer's GuidesGuide to buying a new static caravan There are great choices in holiday homes from just £15,000. Owning a holiday caravan in your favourite locality can be a worthy investment. “We want a holiday property…
Read More Buyer's GuidesSafe towing is easy, once you know how. See below for our caravan expert’s “top 10 tips to towing”. To many towing a touring caravan or trailer is a daunting task and can put “would be…
Read More Hints & TipsWhilst the exact cause of a caravan wheel loss may be difficult to determine, the problem is by no means an uncommon one for caravan owners. Each year, wheel detachments account for a number of claims made…
Read More Hints & TipsEvery hobby comes with its own jargon, and the world of caravanning is no exception. To the newcomer, it can appear baffling – all the terminology and technical lingo that seems to be the native…
Read More Hints & TipsBefore choosing your touring caravan, there are steps you may need to take in order to pass certain rules and regulations that enable you to tow. Then you’ll have to decide on exactly what you…
Read More Buyer's GuidesLooking to buy a previously owned motorhome? Why not start with a list? Once you’ve determined your budget and preferred layout, just list the features and fittings you want in your ideal motorhome – then…
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What changed? If you passed your car driving test from 1 January 1997, you’re now allowed to tow trailers up to 3,500kg maximum authorised mass (MAM). DVLA will update your driving licence record to show…
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Square footage matters when choosing a new touring caravan, but it’s not the only thing to think about. How that floorspace is actually organised – i.e. the type and positioning of beds and the location…
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