Below you will find 5 keys to get your caravan ready for the holidays, five aspects that you must review so that everything goes smoothly.
The good weather is here and the Easter holidays are just around the corner. You’re going on a road trip, a weekend getaway, or maybe you’re going to spend a few days on the coast. If so, it’s time to get your caravan ready for the holidays and with these 5 essential keys you’ll have everything under control so that your next trip goes smoothly.
The market for motorhomes, campers and caravans is booming. 2021 closed with a 7% growth in registrations, reaching a total of 10,683 units sold in our market. Therefore, if you are one of those who has decided that your vacations will be in a caravan from now on, Ecoflow offers us these interesting tips to fine-tune the vehicle.
Check the condition of the vehicle
The first and essential thing is to check the condition of the vehicle, especially if it has spent a few months standing still during the winter. You must check that both the elements of the caravan and its system are in optimal condition.
To do this, check the condition of the wheels, the cooling system, the level of liquids and the status of the lights. In addition, do not forget to make sure that the hitch, the safety chains and the parking brakes, among others, are in good condition.
Check documentation
The next key point to check to get your caravan ready for the holidays is to verify that all the documentation is in order and up to date. This section is essential if you don’t want a fine for not keeping your documentation up to date to ruin your next vacation.
Check that the card of the technical characteristics, the insurance receipt and the payment of the Circulation Tax are up to date. With regard to the ITV, according to the regulations for motorhomes and residential vehicles, if these are between 4 and 10 years old, it is necessary to pass it every two years. If it exceeds 10, it will have to be done annually.
contemplate security
Anticipating possible situations is always a good option. Because an unforeseen event can arise even in the best planned trip, and being prepared for any type of scenario will be vital to mitigate the effect of the setback and be able to act appropriately.
That is why you have to check that you are wearing the mandatory warning triangles, the reflective vest, the spare wheel and the basic tools to ensure safety and avoid problems. As far as replenishment is concerned, carrying a ten-litre water can can be crucial for having water available at any time.
Have the right power system
In relation to safety, it should be noted that having an adequate energy system that allows us to be more self-sufficient is mandatory if we want to enjoy our trip without worries.
In this sense, portable power supplies that, in addition to caring for the environment and leaving the slightest trace of our presence, free us from carrying cumbersome adapters and depending exclusively on electricity, are a wise choice.
control weight
Finally, to get your caravan ready for the holidays and to make sure everything runs smoothly, don’t forget to control the weight. The best option in case of carrying heavy objects is to store them in the lowest cabinets, if possible aligned with the axis.
In the event that the other packages cannot be placed on top of this, you must try to distribute them evenly in the lower part of the vehicle.
