Product Reviews

Wireless Trailer Connector ā€“ First Look

Trailer plugs are as synonymous with caravanning as ball hitches and arguments about shackles. And there are so many different types of trailer plugs, that there's almost a whole industry centred around adaptors between the different types. But a ... [Read More]
6 June 2019

Review – Feldon Shelter Crows Nest Extended

When rooftop tents first became a thing, they were mostly built by small, specialist canvas workers who had a passion for camping themselves ā€“ think Mr Swagman, owned by former 4WD Monthly deputy editor Mark Allen, or Shipp Shape, invented by ... [Read More]
2 April 2019

Redarc Redvision Review

I know plenty of media has already reviewed and praised the Redarc Redvision system, but Iā€™ve been hesitating until Iā€™d used it in a handful of campers and caravans and really got my head around it. I think I finally have. Redvision is the ... [Read More]
2 April 2019

Redarc BCDC1250D DC to DC Charger Review

As the power needs of our four-wheel drives and caravans are increasing, so are the demands we are placing on our battery charging systems. Bigger batteries or larger battery banks need to be charged as fast and efficiently as ever, which is why ... [Read More]
22 November 2018

Narva launches more efficient driving lights and VR experience

Ever used a set of virtual reality goggles or watched a 360Ā° video? Leading automotive electrics supplier, Narva, has just launched a VR experience to show off its entire range of high-performance driving lights, and it's pretty cool stuff. The ... [Read More]
4 October 2018

Towing Mirror Comparisons

I go through a lot of towing mirrors, and I donā€™t think Iā€™m alone in wondering if there is a ā€˜perfect mirrorā€™. One that doesnā€™t vibrate, is easily adjustable, offers good vision and most importantly, wonā€™t break. Hereā€™s a rundown of ... [Read More]
29 December 2017

Review – Tebco Journey – Electric Folding Bike

I do a lot of bike-riding. I ride with the kids, ride for exercise and even occasionally ride in races, so I've got a pretty high opinion of my rlding ability. So I'm still haunted by the time two caravanners staying at our local caravan park rode ... [Read More]
25 August 2017

No more lost socks

The days of fumbling for coins and sharing caravan park laundries are over with CAMEC introducing a brilliant new compact washing machine for under $500. The top loader weighs just 18kgs and can handle a 3kg washing load. It has an inbuilt water ... [Read More]
2 June 2017

Keeping it clean, avoiding bad smells

Having a fully functioning bathroom in the confined space of a caravan or motorhome is something that has to be managed carefully. Thetford has released a new range of products to make cleaning easy and avoid damaging the plastics used in RV ... [Read More]
2 June 2017

Solar keeps getting better

One of the most exciting advances for campers in terms of new technology has been the constant improvement in solar panels. Solar blankets are getting more lightweight and generating more power for day-to-day camping needs. A lot of the developm... [Read More]
2 June 2017