It’s essential that your caravan is a safe match for your car. You will need to check this before towing for the first time. This way you can make sure that your outfit is safe, legal and comfortable to tow. If this is the first time checking your car and caravan match up we know that finding the relevant technical details, even for a car you already own, can be challenging. Some of ...

Rear view extension mirrors are essential for a car when you are towing a caravan. They are required by law to be fitted to cars whilst towing. The rear view mirror extensions significantly improve rear and peripheral vision and reduce the risk of accidents. In 2010 the laws around extension mirror changed. For the vast majority of people who tow caravans need two additional towing mi...

What is a nose weight? A nose weight is what causes the downward force of your caravan’s coupling head on your car’s tow ball. The downward force of this particular area decreases as you pick up more speed, which is why it is really important to have a good nose weight when your outfit is stationary. Whats The Ideal Nose Weight? Your ideal nose weight all depends on you...

Purchasing a campervan can be a daunting task, so Caravansforsale has put together this guide to make sure you don't miss a thing in the process of buying your new explorer. We know how important it is to get everything right, especially when you are spending a large amount of money on something, so we are here to help you out. Make, Model and Layout Think about the size...

Cyclying is an ideal way to get around when you are travelling in your caravan but how is it best to carry our cycles around? Which Cycle Carrier Is Best There are a few different styles of cycle racks around, these include:   Traditional roof rack mounting Carriers mounted on the back of a car or via a towing bracket Rear mounting the b...

Coupling up your car to your caravan can be very easy when you’ve learnt how. Caravansforsale is providing you with 7 simple steps. Step 1 - Before beginning make sure that both the caravan and tow car are in control. You will need the car handbrake on and the caravans hitch break applied. Step 2 - Read the manufacturer’s directions before doing this for the first time. If...