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New claims data from motorhome warranty specialists, Warranty Solutions Group (WSG), has revealed how expensive motorhome repairs can be and the advantages of having a comprehensive warranty. The single highest chassis-related claim paid by the company in the past year was £13,013 for a gearbox and heater exchange on a Fiat Ducato. In second place was…

Having access to a fridge can be an important part of an enjoyable touring experience, whether it’s for perishable goods or to keep drinks chilled. However, a question you may have if you’re new to the world of touring is “can I use a domestic fridge in a campervan?”. Here, I’m going to talk you…

Foto: julianschmidt.photo Like you, we at Practical Motorhome love campervans – they’re perfect for getting away on the spur of the moment, allowing you to explore wherever and whenever you like with complete ease. But the fact that they’re converted from vans means that sometimes they can feel a little cramped inside, giving you less…

When you’re pitched up on tour, an important aspect of an enjoyable getaway will be having a working motorhome fridge, whether it’s for a chilled drink or keeping your perishables cool. However, it can take a little bit of know-how to ensure you’re keeping your Chardonnay chilled and your fishfingers frozen while you’re on tour.…

Volkswagen has announced it will be showcasing its latest Grand California at Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf later this summer (29 August to 7 September). Available on two wheelbases, the new Grand California comes on the latest Crafter, a base vehicle we consider to be among the best vans for a camper conversion. Features in the…

Chinese commercial vehicle maker Farizon has launched an all-electric campervan, potentially paving the way for a new range of electric vehicles in the UK. According to reports on CNEVpost.com, the all-new Farizon X-Van campervan is based on the company’s Super Van. This people-carrier base vehicle comes in at just 5.02m in length and 2.14m in…

A campervan complete with a permanent staircase that takes you up to a bed in a pop-up roof is among the new models in Carado’s line-up for 2026, which includes models for those after either a campervan or motorhome. The Fiat-based Carado CV541 Pro has a cab that is separated from the rest of the…

Chausson is returning to offer more of its vehicles on either a Ford or a Fiat chassis, while it introduces four new models across its range. For the 2026 season, two new conventional low-profiles – the 797, a motorhome with fixed single beds, and the 798, an island bed motorhome – will be available on…

The organiser of the two big motorhome and caravan shows at the NEC has said it accepts why the Camping and Caravanning Club (C&CC) won’t be exhibiting at either of the next two shows, and added that the club would still be promoting the shows to its members. The Camping and Caravanning Club has said…

The internet is a fantastic thing – it offers us a whole world of information and possibilities at the touch of a button, and (let’s face it) you wouldn’t be reading this without it. But one of the other great developments in technology over the past couple of decades is the rise of the sat…