Outfitting a Fifth Wheel Tow Vehicle
Diesel or gas – it depends on your needs. By Andy Thomson It seems that most of the diesel trucks that you see for sale on dealer lots are rather expensive when they are suitably equipped for towing large fifth wheels. This brings up a very interesting question – do you really need to spend […]
2021 Class A Motorhomes
With so many Canadian families discovering the “good life” that comes with the RV vacation alternative, the RV Lifestyle Magazine Road Test Teams have compiled this array of energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and easy handling recreational vehicles. 1 of 2 American Coach 45K MSRP: $742,068 USD. www.americancoach.com For over 25 years, the Eagle has been the standard by which […]
Hitch Hints: Do You Need A Dually?
Here is a Hitch Hints column from our RV Lifestyle Magazine archives – this article first appeared in 1993. By Andy Thomson Jr. A common assumption made by people purchasing a truck to tow a fifth wheel is that they simply must have dual wheels. Their reasons vary from feeling they need dual wheels for […]
Tow Vehicles – Class of 2021
By Garth W. Cane As demand for RVs surges throughout North America, many first-time RV travellers are looking for the ideal tow vehicle to suit their recreational needs, as well as filling the role as everyday family transportation. The Tow Vehicle Class of 2021 spans the full gamut from compact SUVs that can tow fold-down […]
12 New Accessories for your RV Lifestyle
We present some of the latest gadgetry and tools to enhance your travels this season! Towing Scale The CURT Betterweigh Mobile Towing Scale is a new and improved portable scale. Measuring in real time, the scale gives extremely accurate measurements when it comes to changes in velocity and pitch of your vehicle. The Mobile Towing […]
Winnebago Motorhomes – Iconic 1960s RVs Loved By Road Culture America
Winnebago motorhomes were named after Winnebago County, where the company HQ is located, and originated in the late 1950s with an iconic, “boxy forward sloping” campervan style which lasted through the 1960s and 1970s. Those old RVs were destined to be loved by Road Culture America. To prove that point we begin this article by […]
RV Electric Leveling Systems Jacks and Stabilizers – An Introduction for Trailer Owners
A Recreational Vehicle (RV) which is fitted with the latest technology in RV electric leveling systems with automatic hydraulic jacks and stabilizers is a great boon when arriving tired at any destination. However, no automatic system can be completely foolproof. Safe RV use requires an understanding of basic RV leveling and stabilization principals. It is […]
10 Great Motorhome Upgrades
Top functional add-ons to make the most of your experience in camp. Being handed the keys to a new motorhome is like being handed the keys to a wonderful lifestyle. As with our houses of sticks-and-bricks, we want to improve our homes on wheels to reflect our tastes and personalities better, and to help them […]
Entegra’s New Reatta XL Class A
The newest series to join the Entegra Coach lineup, the Reatta XL, couples impressive technology with exceptional handling and drivability to deliver an impressive motorhome experience. The Reatta XL is built upon the Spartan K2 raised rail chassis with a Cummins L9 turbocharged 380-HP engine. Independent front suspension sets this coach apart from others in […]
Best Portable Gas Grills for RVs: Roundup for 2020
Camping season is upon us. When fully equipped, any time of the year is great for traveling in your RV. What types of portable gas grills are great for RVers? If you are vegetarians like us you will think of grilling those yummy healthy organic colorful vegetables and delicious and nutritious organic tofu and vegan […]