Caravan World

Caravan World is the definitive guide that gives caravanners the know-how and confidence to pursue their touring dreams. At its heart, Caravan World is committed to enabling caravan travel in Australia, through informed testing of RV products, helpful tips and advice and showcasing great destinations and activities.

Caravan World

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ENTER THE NEW READERS’ RIG OF THE YEAR COMPETITION! • Our epic Readers’ Rig of the Year competition is underway, so send in your best caravanning pics for the chance to win a grand prize worth nearly $3600!

FORD CONFIRMS RANGER SUPER DUTY PRICING

KATI THANDA-LAKE EYRE BROUGHT TO LIFE

RACV ISSUES WARNING ABOUT CAR THEFTS

HALF-PRICE CAMPING IN PARKS VICTORIA CAMPGROUNDS IS BACK

JAYCO'S NEWEST VANBASSADORS

POST-REGO GCM UPGRADES NOW POSSIBLE IN WA

WHY MUD AND 4X4 BRAKES DON'T MIX, EXPERTS WARN

GEARING UP TOGETHER • This month Stuart talks about how a unified caravan industry is keeping Australia rolling.

ICELANDIC ADVENTURE • Malcolm is travelling in Iceland in an RV and notes some differences to our scene - not the least of which is the pronunciation of place names.

THINKING BIGGER • This month David answers a question from a reader about the things to consider when upgrading to lithium batteries in their caravan.

KEEPING FIT WHILE TRAVELLING • This month Miriam shares some simple ways to stay active and healthy while travelling on the road.

COTY 2025 RESULTS

TRAVEL HAPPY • We shine the spotlight on caravanners, their rigs and their travel tales.

THE BIGGEST CUB IN THE PACK • Cub Campers steps up with its biggest caravan yet - the C18. This full-size, twinaxle offroader blends hybrid smarts with serious comfort and off-grid power.

NAVIGATING NATIONAL AND STATE PARKS • Confused about the difference between state parks and national parks? Where can you camp? Do you have to book? How much does it cost? Can you take dogs? How long can you stay? To the average punter it seems like a labyrinth of bureaucracy, so we try to peel away some of the myth and folklore and provide you with the facts.

TOP NSW GEMS REACH THE RIDGE • Miriam Blaker travels to Lightning Ridge and discovers many gems along the way in the big sky country of northwestern NSW.

CONFIDENT SWAGGER • Looking for a capable and affordable couples van that will tackle rough tracks and deliver a roomy, comfortable interior? This Swag 17-footer has all you need and can be towed by most mid-range vehicles.

THE BEATING HEART OF EYRE PENINSULA • As the sun sets at Redbanks Beach, the towering cliffs reveal their true colours. The Cleve District is a hidden gem on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula and offers what many travellers seek but rarely find - untouched coastline just minutes from rural heartland.

BIGGER TYRES, BETTER TOWING? • Bigger tyres look tough, but do they help towing? We ask an expert about the pros, cons and legalities of upsizing your wheels for offroad and touring.

OUTBACK TOUGH, BUSH-READY COOL • Bushmaster's Ironbark is designed for remote tracks and real-world travel. There's no fluffhere - just smart features, serious protection and a focus on reliability that outlasts the gloss.

WA's EERIE GHOST TOWNS • Julia detours her road trip to experience some of Western Australia's spookiest stopovers.

QUALITY OVER QUANTITY • With 50 years of experience behind it, Royal Flair Caravans has earned its reputation of one of Australia's premium boutique builders of offroad and off-grid ready caravans.

MOBILE POWERHOUSE • Can a plug-in hybrid really replace your diesel tow rig? The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV claims it can haul 3.5 tonnes and power your caravan like a campsite socket. But...