Caravan Weights Explained: MTPLM, MRO and Payload
Caravan spec sheets contain several weight figures that look very similar at first glance. They matter, though. Together, they tell you what the caravan weighs, how heavy it can legally be when loaded and how much room you have for your own kit. This guide explains what each figure means in plain English and how […]
Motorhome and Caravan Show 2026: A Buyer’s Guide to the NEC
The Motorhome and Caravan Show 2026 runs from Tuesday 13 to Sunday 18 October at the NEC Birmingham. If you are comparing a new caravan or motorhome, it is a chance to see a huge range of layouts and new-season vehicles in one place. Couplands will be there on Stand 20.44, with teams from both […]
Motorhome Winter Storage: How to Prepare Your Motorhome for Winter
Putting a motorhome away for winter involves more than preparing the living area. You also have an engine, a starter battery, tyres, brakes and the rest of the base vehicle to think about. Look after both sides now and you will have a much better start when you tour again. This guide works through each […]
Caravan Security Tips: How to Protect Your Caravan in Storage and on Tour
Once the touring season slows down, a caravan may spend weeks or months on the driveway or at a storage site. That makes winter a good time to review your security, rather than just fitting the same lock you have always used. The best approach is to use several layers, so you never rely on […]
How to Prepare Your Caravan for Winter Storage: Complete Checklist
The final trip of the season is over, the awning is packed away and your caravan is back at home or heading into storage. Before you leave it for winter, there are a few important jobs worth doing. Damp, frozen pipes and a flat leisure battery are three of the most common and potentially expensive […]
Should You Cover a Caravan Over Winter? Pros, Cons and Best Practice
For most caravans stored outside over winter, a good breathable cover can be worth using. The important word is good. A poorly chosen or badly fitted cover can cause more problems than leaving your caravan uncovered. The main risks are trapped moisture, abrasion against the bodywork and damage caused by a loose cover moving in […]
How to Prevent Condensation in a Caravan or Motorhome
You wake up on a cold morning and the windows are streaming with water. There may even be moisture running down the walls. It is one of the most common winter problems for caravan and motorhome owners. The reassuring part is that caravan condensation is normal and usually manageable. It is not automatically a sign […]
Caravan Tyre Maintenance: Pressure, Age, Storage and Safety Explained
Caravan tyres rarely wear out in the same way as car tyres. They are much more likely to age out before the tread wears out. That means a tyre can still have plenty of visible tread and no obvious punctures but still need replacing. Good caravan tyre maintenance is therefore about much more than checking […]
Caravan Leisure Battery Care Over Winter: What You Need to Know
You return to your caravan in spring, switch on the 12V system and find the battery almost completely flat. Worse still, charging it does not bring it back to its previous performance. A leisure battery that sits discharged for several months can suffer permanent damage. Replacing one is an avoidable cost, and a little preparation […]
Autumn Caravan Touring Checklist: What to Check Before a Cold-Weather Trip
Autumn does not have to mean the end of your touring season. It does mean changing how you prepare. Expect wetter roads, softer pitches, colder nights and fewer daylight hours. Your caravan may also have spent most of summer operating in much warmer conditions. Use this caravan autumn checklist before your next cold-weather trip. Work […]
