You’ve got the keys to your new home on wheels, and you can’t wait to hit the road. Alexia Santamaria of Motorhomes, Caravans & Destinations magazine talks to us about the safety essentials every new motorhome owner should know before setting out.
So you’ve got the keys to your new home on wheels, and your imagination is running wild thinking of the destinations you’re going to explore with this new-found freedom. The idea of hitting the road feels thrilling — and it will be — but it also pays to understand some of the possible risks to make it fun for everyone.
Wilderness Motorhomes has been in the business for nearly two decades, and have seen it all, so we asked them for the most important information every motorhome owner should know to keep passengers and the vehicle safe. Knowledge is power, so understanding the risks is more than half the battle when it comes to avoiding them.
When driving a slightly bigger vehicle, it’s important to be aware there are different risks than a car.
Learn about driving a motorhome in New Zealand for the first time.
Of course, the hope is that nothing terrible will eventuate, but it’s always wise to understand what might happen if you have an accident or are a victim of theft. It’s important to read all documentation and fully understand what you’re insured for. Specialist motorhome insurers will understand the risks better, so could offer lower premiums and more extensive cover.
Check out our ultimate guide to motorhome owners' insurance in New Zealand.
Be aware of risks to keep yourself and your passengers safe when travelling.
When you’re carrying more of your worldly possessions around with you than you would in your car, it pays to keep them safe. Lock doors and close windows when away from your motorhome or when sleeping. Secure external storage areas and keep valuables hidden away.
You always need to be careful when you’re driving in challenging weather conditions, but this advice is even more pertinent when you’re in a motorhome.
Now that you have an increasing awareness of safety and the risks involved with motorhoming, reduce them further by being well prepared. Find out how to spring clean your motorhome and how to get your motorhome ready for a summer road trip.
Then, learn how to prepare your RV for winter and how to monitor it while on the road.
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