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Buying an RV at an Auction Can Save You a Ton of Money

More Americans are taking to the RV life these days. Vacationing with the family in a camper van or trailer is more appealing, and you may be considering an RV purchase yourself. Before you head to the local dealer, there’s another venue you might want to consider. Heading to the auction to buy your family …
by Desiree Homer
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Interior of a Forest River R-pod
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The Forest River r-pod Is a Great Lightweight Travel Trailer

Lots of people have hit the road this year in newly purchased trailers or motorhomes. This vacation style provides a great way to see the country and bring both your transportation and housing with you. A lightweight travel trailer is one good option for buyers looking for a camper, and the Forest River r-pod was …
by Ed Reeves
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A white teardrop RV from NuCamp RV
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RV Awards Season: 2021 Entry-Level Travel Trailer of the Year

Travel trailers are a popular form of recreational vehicle. A myriad of towing vehicles can be used to transport them from one scenic spot to another. However, they vary in luxury appointments and pricing. That is why the travel trailer of the year awards are broken down into smaller categories by RV News. Below is a listing of the …
by HJ Pizarro
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A camouflaged 2021 Hymer Grand Canyon RSX offroad RV
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Mercedes Grand Canyon RSX Is a No Expense Spared Off-Road RV

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van has been a popular platform for many years as a base for Class B, and Class C recreational vehicle conversions. The conversions have included bedrooms, bunks, kitchens, and even bathrooms. So, as one can imagine, the pricing for these RV conversions ranges significantly depending on the floorplan, up through the hundreds of thousands. But, what if someone …
by HJ Pizarro
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A Winnebago Navion RV sits in a valley on a nice blue-sky day.
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RV Awards Season: 2021 Class C Motorhomes of the Year

Every year the RV industry receives awards for different classes of vehicles. This is similar to the automotive industry annually receiving honors for the car and truck of the year. We’ve already covered the Class A and Class B RV winners. Today we dive into the Class C motorhomes. What is a Class C RV? Hundreds of candidates for …
by HJ Pizarro
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A white Winnebago Outlook with dark accents. on the countryside.
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Shopping for an RV Is Unnecessarily Hard

Shopping for an RV is pretty different from shopping for a car. Looking for the ideal RV or motorhome that best suits your needs requires additional planning, budgeting, and maintenance. The annoying thing is that some RV brands make doing this unnecessarily hard.  Why shopping can be difficult for first-time RV buyers  RV living has surged in popularity, …
by Leigh Fields
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RV camper drives on road with winter landscape
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How to Safely Handle Your RV in the Snow

Winter is coming, and it’s bringing tons of ice and snow with it. That means you could find yourself trying to drive your RV in icy conditions during holiday travel. Holiday travel is crowded, dangerous, and cops are paying extra attention during these times. So, learn how to safely maneuver your RV in the snow …
by Allison Barfield
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A Winnebago Sightseer motorhome is offered for sale at the Camp-Land RV dealership, which also sells travel trailers
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RV Awards Season: 2021 Class A Motorhomes Of the Year

Like the car and truck awards that come out every year, the RV industry also has its own awards season. That season is right now. Earlier, the winners of the toy hauler, and class B categories were covered. Today, the winners of the 2021 awards for class A motorhomes are listed for you.  How the class A motorhome RV awards …
by HJ Pizarro
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The black solar-powered Silent-Yachts Cupra Design luxury yacht
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This Luxury Yacht Has Solar and Volkswagen EV Power

Whether you have an inboard or an outboard motor on your boat, typically it runs on fossil fuels. But just as with cars, boats can be EVs, too. And that even applies to high-end luxury yachts. The newest project from Austrian company Silent-Yachts, though, approaches electric boating slightly differently. That’s because it runs with the …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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An RV camper parked on the shore along Kyle of Tongue, shallow sea loch in northwest Highland, Sutherland, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, UK.
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What Is the Best Way to Sell a Used RV or Camper?

When it comes time to sell your used RV, the thought of where to even begin could feel a bit overwhelming. Unlike a car, there aren’t as many reliable tools to determine the value of a used RV, making it that much harder to get started. Kelley Blue Book does not handle the valuation of …
by Rita DeMichiel
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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans on display at a dealership
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RV Awards Season: 2021 Class B Motorhomes of the Year

Every year new vehicles are evaluated and given awards with much pomp and circumstance. Consequently, many people become familiar with the car and truck of the year awards. Well, RV manufacturers also receive awards for their products annually. The newest awards highlight the class B motorhome segment for 2021. How class B motorhome awards were determined Our friends at …
by HJ Pizarro
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A white, gray, and blue Newmar Canyon Star diesel toy hauler RV.
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RV Awards Season: 2021 Toy Haulers of the Year

The yearly awards season is upon us. Many people are familiar with the car and truck of the year awards. However, not as many people are aware that the recreational vehicle industry also has its own awards. Similar to the automotive awards, the RV awards involve evaluating the new models in the market. The models …
by HJ Pizarro
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Washington Post travel writer Andrea Sachs stands outside of her rented RV Saturday, September 19, 2020 at a KOA campground in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
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Why Are RVs So Ugly?

If your favorite colors are brown and beige or you reminisce about designs from the ’70s or ’80s, you probably have no issue with the looks of today’s RVs. After all, not much has changed, and those who loved RVs then still love them now. But a growing population of RV’ers thinks recreational vehicles are …
by Angela Bickford
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The word, RECALL, is displayed on a smartphone.
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RV Recall Alert: Daimler Vans, Jayco Motorhomes, and Keystone Trailers

Many people put their recreational vehicles in storage at about this time of year due to the cooler weather. However, just because the RV might be out of sight does not mean that it should be forgotten. For example, the NHTSA has found some safety concerns that affect several RV manufacturers’ products. So, even if …
by HJ Pizarro
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An RV driving through a national park
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Here’s How to Make Your First RV Trip a Success

Planning an RV trip is a bit different than planning your typical vacation. For a first time RV owner or renter, that can be pretty intimidating. Don’t let that get you down, though. Instead, try keeping these tips in mind when embarking on your first RV trip. Consider staying close to home for your first …
by Sarah Brennan
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Couple walking on a dock next to a docked pontoon boat on the Mississippi River MN in July 2015.
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Not All Pontoon Boats Have To Be Slow

Pontoon boats make up an estimated 20 percent of the recreational boat market, outpacing other boats by around 1 to 2 percent. Pontoons debuted on the commercial market in 1951. Minnesota farmer Ambrose Weeres invented them so families could spend days on lakes fishing and swimming. Pontoon boat structures sit on hollow airtight tubes called …
by Kelly Schoen
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Motorhomes at an RV salvage yard
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Towable Versus Motorhome — Which RV is Right for You

Buying an RV can be an exciting and intimidating investment. The ability to travel freely without being concerned with what you’re bringing along can feel pretty free, but you have to start by picking the correct RV. There are so many options, from full-sized to compact, so the easiest way to get started on your …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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A sunken sailing yacht with a Greek flag on the mast can be seen in a harbor after the heavy autumn storm Ianos.
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What To Do if Your Boat Sinks

Boating offers a lot of enjoyment and recreational opportunities. There’s no better feeling than being out on the open water with your family and friends. Unfortunately, problems arise that can turn a fun day on the boat into a nightmare. One of the scariest hazards of boat ownership is when a boat sinks. An unexpected …
by Rita DeMichiel
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