As a rule, even on vacation, we need electricity - whether it is to power a refrigerator or a radio, or lighting, or to charge mobile devices. When we are on the road or there is no 230V socket at hand, we have to rely on the on-board batteries of our vehicles. We will look at different types of links and their specificity of operation in order to refute facts and myths and indicate the right solutions to specific needs. Not every type of battery can withstand a deep discharge unscathed, and not every type of battery is suitable for high-powered loads. However, there are many more differences. Today we will discuss the design of individual batteries and the pros and cons of each. In the next material, we will introduce you to ways to optimize energy consumption, their proper operation, replacement and charging.

Batteries - what everyone should know 1

Every year, the offer of youth camps offered by travel agencies is expanding. Very often you can meet with holiday trips on various topics - both camps for lovers of survival adventures, dancing, singing, windsurfing, as well as sports camps for children and language camps. It is therefore worth getting acquainted with the offers of youth camps in 2022, focusing on those that offer workshops tailored to the interests and skills of young people.

Language camps in 2022: is it a good way to develop your competences?

The use of most European motorways and expressways is (unfortunately) subject to tolls. Despite the ubiquitous bureaucracy, so far the member states of the European Union have not managed to create a uniform toll collection system that would allow travel without any formalities, regardless of the weight category of the vehicle or the number of vehicles in use. As in the case of motorhomes, the owners of caravans in many countries are subject to different classification depending on whether their set is within the GVM of 3.5 t or exceeds this value.

Road tolls - with a caravan around Europe

As careful observers of discussions and reports on popular social networking sites, we are increasingly moved by the increasing questions about travel safety and descriptions of unpleasant experiences. The emerging questions, doubts, as well as the accounts of eyewitnesses and victims (yes, let's not be afraid of this word) fill us with anxiety and cast a shadow over what our passion for traveling should be associated with. It is obvious that trips to your dream places should not be associated with stress and uncertainty, but rather be associated with something uplifting and pleasant. In this material, we will try to summarize some facts and myths about potential dangers and we will try to provide some practical tips that may save you unnecessary trouble.

The price of security - something to remember when traveling

Are you planning a camping trip and want to take your bike with you? There are several methods of transporting bicycles by car, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages. We will help you choose the best one. You can transport a bicycle in a car on the roof, hitch, trailer or in the trunk. The method you choose depends on the size and number of bikes, amount of luggage, number of passengers and, of course, your car. Photo taken from czauto24.pl. Bicycles on the roof can be transported on a special rack, which consists of two beams and bicycle holders. Installing the beams makes it easier to transport other things, you can use them for a roof box, etc. Bicycle racks have attachments for the bicycle frame (then you don't have to disassemble it) or attachments for the fork (you have to unscrew the front wheel). You can transport a maximum of about 6 bicycles on the roof at the same time (it depends on their weight).

How to transport a bike by car?

In addition to aluminum rims for passenger cars, trucks and buses, the RONAL GROUP also produces a range for motorhomes and caravans and is one of the world's largest manufacturers in this area. Compared to rims for passenger cars, however, it is not only a nice look, but above all technical details. Products for motorhomes and commercial vehicles must have a significantly higher load-bearing capacity, be structurally strong and, at the same time, lightweight. All RONAL wheels meet these requirements, are manufactured in Europe according to stringent inspection standards and correspond to the quality of the original equipment.

RONAL offers rims for motorhomes and caravans

We spent Christmas in a camper once again. In 2019 we were in Italy. In 2020, we went to Portugal because there was more sun and fewer restrictions. We spent 26 days in the camper. We set out on December 13 from the south of Poland. We traveled a total of 9,000 km with two small children on board. Was it worth it? Yes, yes and yes again. We fell in love with Portugal and will definitely come back here more than once. In the article, we discuss the detailed costs of traveling by camper to Portugal, share places where we stopped overnight and suggest what to eat and buy along the way.

Holidays in RV - Spain and Portugal [COSTS]

Many new caravanning apprentices have had their first summer and autumn trips behind them. Many of us have purchased our houses on wheels to become independent from the accommodation infrastructure and be able to travel on our own terms in spring, summer and autumn. At the back of their heads, however, many people have stereotypes about the limitations of winter escapades. Could something be wrong? Nothing could be more wrong!. In winter, contrary to appearances, we have wide opportunities to park directly on the slope or visit charming places without worrying about a parking space or accommodation. With a little planning and preparation, most newer vehicles can handle it easily. The below-mentioned guide and checklists enter the blood of every winter caravanning enthusiast and become an automatic ritual rather than an unpleasant duty.

Campervan and caravan in winter? Sure!

Signing a third party liability insurance contract with a selected insurance company is one of the obligations of every driver who wants to drive a car on Polish roads. However, sometimes there are situations when we would like to change our current insurer. Is it possible? It turns out that yes, but only in certain cases. Choosing the best insurance company with which to sign a car liability insurance policy is not the easiest task. The reason for this is primarily the diversity of the insurance market in Poland and the large number of companies dealing in this particular field of insurance. However, it sometimes happens that we do not want to continue cooperation with the current service provider and would prefer to terminate our contract before the standard 12 months have elapsed.

When and how can you change your car insurer?

The arsenal of technological novelties instilled in motorhomes and caravans is substantial. Many of them concern comfort, some are technological fireworks - solutions that allow remote control of systems, monitoring of functions or complete systems ensuring a multimedia experience at the level of at least a decent home cinema. Of course, a lot has also been done in recent years with safety assistance systems. In the latest vehicles, driver assistance systems, at least 2 airbags , and suspension systems that deal with the increased weight and optimize both the braking distance and the vehicle's behavior on uneven surfaces, are becoming more and more common. Depending on the base vehicle, we have many possibilities of "tuning" our vehicles in many aspects.

RV lights - it can be better!

The care with which we handle the tanks in our vehicles is of great importance for their durability, patency of the installation, microbiological safety and broadly understood hygiene. Water (both clean and gray) left in tanks and installations for a long time, especially at higher temperatures, is an ideal environment for the development of undesirable microorganisms. This phenomenon is often referred to as " blooming ", and a characteristic biofilm builds up on pipes and the inner walls of tanks.

How to take care of the tanks in the caravan and motorhome?

The caravanning boom has made motorhomes a particularly desirable commodity. Having your own motorhome is the freedom to travel and a safe form of spending free time for whole families. The only downside is that the motorhome is used several times a year, but all the time you have to cover the high costs of parking space, insurance and service. What if we could reduce these costs, and additionally make the vehicle a source of stable and reliable income? If you are thinking about something like this, the solution offered by KOKO Kamper may be of interest to you. Interesting? Read on!.

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