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The Future of Hybrid Vehicles

With today’s ever increasing oil prices, electric and hybrid vehicles have never been so relevant; however the economical benefits and environmental gains of conventional hybrid vehicles have always been limited by the restrictions on battery-only driving distances. The use of lithium-ion batteries within Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs) however could change all of this. More efficient and capable of producing up to 3 times the energy of a NiMh battery, l... [more]

First deliveries for Volkswagen California campervan and Caravelle people carrier in February

Orders for the new Volkswagen California campervan and the seven-seater Caravelle people carrier are being taken at Volkswagen Van Centres now for the first customer deliveries which are expected in February. The new models are distinguished by new-look frontal styling in-line with the Polo and Golf, and are available with many of the latest luxuries seen in Volkswagen’s passenger cars, such as a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, an op... [more]

Caravan, motorhome and accessories manufacturers expect business to be stronger in 2010

Bullish signs of confidence from caravan, motorhome and accessories manufacturers and dealers have emerged from the recent International Caravan & Motorhome 2009 show. A survey of almost 60 manufacturers and dealers due to attend the show found that seventy per cent expect business to be stronger in 2010 than 2009. Four out of ten manufacturers and dealers also said they expected to do more business at International Caravan & Motorhome this ye... [more]

Romahome launches R10 Solo miniaturised motorhome

The ultimate in miniaturised motorhomes is coming from Romahome. The company is launching its new R10 Solo at International Caravan and Motorhome 2008, which brings fresh thinking for those who love their motorhome to be compact rather than colossal. “We have based R10 on the Citroën Nemo, which is the new international van of the year, and I’m sure that Romahome fans are going to love it,” said Romahome managing director, Brian Bailey. “Re... [more]

Motorists need to ensure tyres are fit for purpose when towing a caravan or trailer

Last year, around two million people took to the road with a caravan in tow, accounting for nearly 20% of holidays taken in the UK. With the arrival of greater daylight hours and with temperatures set to increase, thousands of motorists will hit the country’s roads once again towing a caravan or trailer. In conjunction with this traditional migration of holidaymakers, the Highways Agency has recently released a DVD entitled “Fit to Tow,” with... [more]

Other Caravans and motorhomes news and reviews

Campers hit the road
CAMPERS were busy yesterday packing up their tents, motorhomes and caravans while there was an exodus of visitors from the city after 10 days of festival fun.

Holidaying gypsy style
Travelling with a rented motorhome at your own pace in Europe or other caravan-friendly countries, one is free as the wind without a need to drag one’s luggage everywhere.

Oregon coast brings bikers back for more
A young woman takes her horse for a walk along the beach at sunset on the Oregon coast at Nehalem State Park.