Maciej Kinal

Among the motorhome accessories, one of the most spectacular (both in terms of cost and functionality) are hydraulic supports. Many premium class manufacturers have been offering them in the accessories / optional equipment catalog for years. One thing is certain - whoever tries to travel with supports will definitely not want to part with them. The genesis of the problem is known and includes several aspects. Even seemingly even parking spaces often require correction - then we go back and forth, we reach for the alignment wedges. The end result is perhaps satisfactory in terms of the &quot;level&quot;, but still moving around the vehicle we can feel every deflection of the suspension. What if ... stand steadily, without &quot;rocking&quot;, be able to tilt the vehicle to empty the gray water tank, and even weigh the vehicle without driving on the truck scale? Such &quot;miracles&quot; are made possible by the modern supports of the German brand Sawiko / AL-KO, which we would like to introduce to you in this article.

AL-KO HY4 hydraulic supports - the perfect system

In 2018, the song &quot;ELCAMPeros&quot; became loud. The creator of the hit - Karol Kus and his band Taraka quickly gained publicity, and their hit was promoted to the title of the official caravanning anthem. The music video for the song was made in Masuria during the &quot;Mazurskie Piekiełko&quot; caravanning rally in Ryn.

Elcamperos - a community of positively crazy

Owners of recreational vehicles manufactured in recent years certainly know the inside out - apart from refueling, due to increasingly stringent standards, we are forced to supplement the level of the supplement from time to time - the so-called AdBlue has become a must in cars that meet the stringent EURO6 exhaust emission standard. What is it and what does its consumption depend on?

AdBlue consumption in motorhomes

In just over a week, the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf will open its doors. Every year it is a long-awaited event for the entire caravanning market. What awaits us this time? After a long absence, the Erwin Hymer Group returns to the showrooms, bringing together many recognized and important brands. Other absent companies also decided to attend and show their offers. And so, from 590 exhibitors last year, the number of exhibitors increased to a phenomenal 700 brands. The exhibition will be located in a total of 16 exhibition halls and in the open area around them.

Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf - what awaits us?

The market of motorhomes based on the so-called in recent years, it has developed phenomenally. Even brands that have not been operating in this segment so far have already taken steps to show themselves. The landscape of manufacturers offering this type of development is wide - from budget models to premium models, everyone will find something for themselves here. The German brand Eura Mobil, belonging to the Trigano concern, is definitely associated with &quot;top&quot; designs and, apart from perfect semi-integrated and integrated motorhomes, has recently been trying to enter the more compact segment. Although the brand briefly introduced a Fiat-based campervan in 2009, the concern, due to little interest at the time, decided that another company belonging to it should remain a specialist in this segment - namely Karmann-Mobil (https: // motorhomes. ack.com.pl/karmann-mobil/). After several years, the offer of the manufacturer from Sprendlingen returns to 3 system proposals - all based on the new Ducato.

Eura Mobil - premium class campervans

When preparing a vehicle for departure, many of us act well in advance, so as not to be left with the proverbial &quot;hand in the potty&quot; at the last minute. The older the equipment and the more electronics, the easier it is to be tricked. I myself created a kind of a checklist that allows you to check off other elements point by point.

Repair of components in motorhomes - unpleasant experiences

The autumn calendar of meetings and caravanning rallies could not be complete without an event organized by specialists from Adventure Van Conversions. Every day they create brilliant expedition cars for uncompromising exploration of roads and wilderness, and on September 16, for the fourth time, they invite you to an unconventional rally! The event will be hosted by Camping Słoneczna Przystań in Klimkówka on the Klimkówka Reservoir.

Adventure Van Overland Trophy 2022

Volkswagen in the successive covers of its small vans over the years has been the basis for many manufacturers who have tried in the best way to create the perfect fusion between its compactness and comfort / usability of the body. In a way, traveling in the little buskampers will always be a great deal of a compromise. Several manufacturers went a step further, significantly increasing the residential shell attached to the base car from the VW stable, but so far there were rather niche designs / produced in small series. In 2023, the Knaus-Tabbert concern decided to once again lean over the concept of a compact motorhome on the popular Volkswagen, presenting several variants at once, including a very futuristic proposal, which will be discussed in a moment.

Half-integrated games on babies - new ideas for building T6.1

In the latest installment of the title trailer, the Sterckeman brand belonging to the Trigano group proves that a caravan designed for a family can be a luxurious, all-year-round vehicle without compromise. The total length is 755 cm (the length of the building itself is 640 cm), and the empty weight is 1352 kg (with a GVM of 1600 kg, and optionally up to 1800 kg). The model is designed for up to 6 people. The Evolution series is by no means new, but for the 2023 model year both the equipment and the list of add-ons offered in 3 packages will be modified.

Luxury in French - Sterckeman Evolution 580 PE KID&#39;S

I can&#39;t believe how fast time flies. When writing about modern vehicles participating in the current equipment and design &quot;arms race&quot;, I often forget the long history and heritage of some manufacturers. Pilote is another important precursor that has had a significant impact on the development of the entire industry. Looking at the illustrations of the first caravan and motorhome constructions, it is hard to resist the impression that they were cars with a soul, and the emerging fashion for caravanning must have been a magical period. At the beginning, caravans were the core of production - until 1983. In the meantime, in 1978, the production of motorhomes was started, which to this day are the main subject of activity. In 1990, Pilote takes over Frankia, another precursor and brand that invented the concept of a double floor in recreational vehicles. In the following years, acquisitions of other brands increase the potential of the entire group and allow it to go out into the open, while confidently developing many segments of the caravanning market. Currently, the number of distributors reaches 300 points worldwide, and (interestingly) the group is still 100%

France elegance - 60 years of the Pilote brand

The Warsaw Caravanning Center has already become a permanent element of the landscape not only of the capital, but also of the entire country. The impressive selection of caravan and motorhome brands as well as professional service attract travelers and potential customers from all over Poland. On the other hand, the service point for motorhomes launched on the premises of the company is a reason for many to come by &quot;passing through&quot; and visit the salon and the accessories store. WCC is not only vehicles and dedicated service. Created by enthusiasts, the company aims to create a comprehensive offer for active globetrotters, including the latest trends in spending free time. We had the opportunity to talk to Michał Dąbrowski, responsible for accessories, about the complementary offer.

Warsaw Caravanning Center - all in one place

The Caravaning Summer Show, which ended last weekend, attracted over a dozen companies distributing vehicles, accessories and rental specialists. For the industry, this event is not so much a meeting place for industry &quot;stagers&quot; eager for news, but rather an opportunity for backstage talks and analysis of the market situation. This year, the main topics were the condition of the industry, galloping prices of base vehicles and components, and declining demand. The industry is still doing well, but the streak is clearly slowing down. Balcamp, for example, showed their latest vehicles, two versions of bodies on the short and long Renault Trafic were shown by the Tri-City dealer Zdunek (the car manufacturer is Wavecamper from Greater Poland). The stand of the Krakow ELCAMP was interesting - taking over the distribution of the DOREMA brand was emphasized by the display of inflatable vestibules and tents. The manufacturer&#39;s offer includes instantly set up models for motorhomes, caravans and buses. We will definitely come back to this topic, because these are fantastic, light and durable structures. As many as 2 manufacturers showed the latest superstructures for pick-up cars (AZAR and Tischner). The portfolio of suppliers was completed by an exhibition of several recently very popular LARK mobile homes, as well as Saxdor motor boats with an interesting sleeping cabin solution (lifted sundeck on the bow). Traditionally, representatives of the Silesian Panda Camp tents, campers and caravans rental could not be absent - their roof tents will accommodate the whole family or a group of friends.