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Bailey announces the return of its Autograph range
Bristol-based Bailey has announced the return of the Autograph, with prices starting from £89,999 for a range which is now in its fourth generation. Having originally been dropped in early 2024, the four-model range has returned on the Peugeot Boxer, an AL-KO AMC chassis and with a 2.2 litre 180bhp engine. The motorhomes will be…
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Tolls, Vignettes and LEZs: the road network restrictions you will face when taking a motorhome to Europe
Picture this: you’re arrived in Europe, after taking the ferry or Eurotunnel and are cruising on a sun-kissed French autoroute, the road ahead open and inviting, when suddenly you approach a toll booth that you didn’t expect. Or maybe you’ve just driven into a charming old town in Italy, only to be greeted by a…
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Does Google Maps have a motorhome setting?
Google Maps is very familiar to every user of the internet, and for good reason – it’s a system that many of us use as a default for our navigation when driving. It was originally launched right back in 2005, and since then has evolved to become incredibly sophisticated in the services that it offers.…
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Get ready to Go Campervanning!
Come and join us for our special Go Campervanning week, starting 15th September, where we will be shining the spotlight on all things campervan. There’s no getting away from the incredible increase in the popularity of campervans that the UK has seen in recent years. Whether it’s a campervan for everyday use, a luxurious ‘van…
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Panama is launching its first ever plug-in hybrid campervan
Spanish brand Panama is launching the P10E, its first-ever plug-in hybrid campervan, which is ULEZ-compliant and has an electric-only range of 32 miles. Those on the lookout for the best campervan are likely to be thinking about attending the October NEC Show to see the latest releases, and the P10E is set to be on display…
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Auto-Trail has expanded its Expedition campervan range for 2026 while its Imala range is now exclusively low-profile
Auto-Trail has significantly extended its Expedition campervan range for the 2026 season, and overhauled its Imala motorhome range, which is now exclusively low-profile only. Spec improvements include a Truma 200W solar panel included on all models, except two of the smallest campervans, which can only fit a 120W panel, and the Expedition Coachbuilt range, where…
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The fridge wouldn’t ignite the gas in this motorhome – but it turned out a broken ignition lead was only one of the faults
Finding faults in motorhomes can sometimes be a nightmare, especially if there happens to be more than one fault affecting the equipment in question. I recently had a vehicle in the workshop with a motorhome fridge that wouldn’t ignite the gas. On removal of the fridge (that lower vent was too high to access the…
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How to avoid a flat motorhome battery
Undoubtedly, at some point in your touring life, you’ll suffer from a flat battery and be unable to start your motorhome. It’s something that even owners of the best motorhomes are likely to encounter at some stage. In this scenario, it really pays to have a battery booster pack ready to hand, to allow you…
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The motorhome habitation check: what is it and why your ‘van needs checking annually
There’s no getting away from it – a motorhome habitation check is essential. A high-quality check conducted by an experienced (and if possible, accredited) technician will play an important role in ensuring you and the rest of your touring party stay safe, not only when you’re on the road but when you’re pitched up on…
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How to power a motorhome off-grid
Without electricity, almost nothing can function in a modern motorhome. From the toilet flush to the LED lights and the heating, not much will work without electrical power. Although gas hobs can be lit manually, gas heating systems won’t work without electricity to ignite the flame and power the blown-air fan. Almost every appliance and…